Here’s what “magic mushrooms” do to your brain

See the wild neural storm set off by psilocybin.

View in browser|nytimes.com July 27, 2024 What does a brain on drugs look like? M.R.I. scans offer a rare glimpse of the wild neural storm set off by psilocybin, the hallucinogen in "magic mushrooms." Researchers say the images may help explain how psychedelics can lead to relief from depression and other mental health disorders. Sara Moser/Washington University School of Medicine See the kaleidoscopic results. → Sign up for Science Times Get stories that capture the wonders of nature, the cosmos and the human body. Get it in your inbox Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018