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Neuroplasticity is the remarkable ability of the brain to rewire itself. Knowing that the brain can heal itself revolutionizes the way we understand the human brain and opens possibility to find better ways on how the brain can do so. Research by Olson and colleagues explored the extraordinary ability of peychodelic drugs in promoting neuroplasticity. Research found that psychedelics holds therapeutic potential to manage anxiety, depression, and addiction which is linked to it's ability to promote neuroplasticity. Psychedelics Boosts Neuroplasticity @healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan The development of depression and other anxiety disorder such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is associated with the shrinkage of neurons in the area of the brain called the prefrontal cortex. It is believed that the anesthetic ketamine and certain serotonergic psychedelics works by stimulating neuron growth in the prefrontal cortex. The study reveal that psychedelic drugs LST, DMT, and  DOI p...

Music is an extraordinary tool proven by numerous studies as having a great potential to heal the brain after a traumatic injury. Enjoying music is said to be one of the best form of mental exercise. Music affects us in a profound way. With new research findings, we come to realize that the effect of music goes beyond lifting the mood of the present moment. Various imaging techniques reveal that music can literally change brain structures. Music Heals @healthbiztips by Arlene Gentallan Traumatic brain injury (TBI) or damage caused to the brain by traumatic physical force can have devastating consequences like loss of the ability to properly move a body part, difficulty speaking, and trouble learning. Brain damage was previously thought of as irreversible, but new discoveries have lead us to a better understanding of "neuroplasticity"', that is, the brain can change and adapt. The brain has the capacity to restore itself. Lost functions can be recovered to a great extent. ...