Essays about: "5-HT2A"

Found 2 essays containing the word 5-HT2A.

  1. 1. Investigating the potential of psilocybin as a treatment for major depressive disorder : A systematic review

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Alexandra Lundh; [2022]
    Keywords : Psilocybin; major depressive disorder; depression; psychedelics; 5-HT2A;

    Abstract : Major depression disorder is increasing globally, causing great personal suffering and economic burdens to society. Current antidepressant medications are not sufficiently able to treat all cases of depression and are often associated with troubling side effects. READ MORE

  3. 2. Psilocybin and LSD in the Treatment of Depression and Anxiety

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Marcus Allgulin; [2020]
    Keywords : LSD; psilocybin; cognitive neuroscience; psychedelic-assisted therapy; depression; anxiety; 5-HT2A; Default Mode Network;

    Abstract : Psychiatry is in a crisis. Mental health disorders are on the rise worldwide and there are currently not enough efficient treatment methods that would meet the patients’ needs. Hence, the societal and economic costs of mental health problems are enormous, as well as the suffering of individuals afflicted by mental health problems. READ MORE