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brain structure
Coverage of brain structure in the Nexus archive.
- Magic mushrooms may reshape the brain long after the trip ends
A single dose of psilocybin caused measurable changes in brain activity and potential structural changes lasting up to a month. Participants with increased flexible brain activity reported greater personal insights and improved well-being, suggesting psychedelic experiences may disrupt rigid thinking patterns.
- Study highlights influence of socioeconomic status on children’s brain development
A study by Washington University School of Medicine found that socioeconomic status is the primary environmental factor influencing brain structure and function in children, surpassing factors like IQ, parenting style, or health history. The research analyzed brain scans of nearly 12,000 9- and 10-year-olds.