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So very controversial especially for those that are strongly against anything mind altering which is the category that I actually fall in however I have always been super interested in the rising use of micro-dosing and assisting people work through trauma responses.

Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), a potent hallucinogen, has been studied for its potential to enhance creativity since the mid-20th century. Researchers and artists alike have been drawn to its mind-altering effects, which can lead to heightened sensory perception, altered thought patterns, and profound introspective experiences. Proponents argue that LSD facilitates “out-of-the-box” thinking, unlocking creative potential that might otherwise remain dormant.

Scientific studies have examined how LSD affects the brain, particularly its impact on the default mode network (DMN)—a set of brain regions associated with self-referential thinking. LSD is thought to decrease activity in the DMN, which may result in a breakdown of habitual thought processes, allowing for more fluid and novel connections between ideas. In a 2016 study, researchers found that LSD increases connectivity between brain regions, suggesting enhanced cognitive flexibility, which could fuel creativity.

For those on the pro side they report it does enhance creativity, improve focus, increases motivation and mindfulness, offers more exposure to problem solving ability, reduces substance cravings (perhaps ironic) and increases energy. However, there is still a huge hole in research, legality, potential for dependency, unpredictable responses, ethical issues and of course perhaps the placebo effect.

As mentioned, the use of LSD for creative purposes remains controversial. The drug’s unpredictable effects, which can range from euphoria to severe anxiety or psychosis, pose significant risks. LSD’s ability to blur the lines between reality and imagination may lead to impaired judgment, making its controlled use in scientific or artistic settings difficult. The long-lasting stigma associated with LSD, rooted in its association with the countercultural movements of the 1960s, also contributes to its controversial status.

Ethical concerns about using a powerful hallucinogen to enhance creativity remain a barrier to its acceptance. While recent clinical studies have reignited interest in the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelics, including their role in treating mental health disorders, the use of LSD specifically to boost creativity continues to provoke debate. More controlled research is needed to clarify its efficacy and risks.

It just interests me as more and more studies pop up especially in the area of working with veterans. This article is interesting to understand the science behind these studies

https://www.sciencealert.com/lsd-psychedelic-therapeutic-treatment-mental-illness-resets-brain-network-harmonics

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6985449/

Just a thought for the day and as I said I do not promote micro dosing in any form it is just interesting if it does have the potential to reset the brain…… food for thought.