Research Keyword: dopamine receptors

Drug–drug interactions involving classic psychedelics: A systematic review

This review examined how psychedelic drugs like LSD and psilocybin interact with other medications people might be taking. Researchers found that certain psychiatric medications like antipsychotics can block the effects of psychedelics, while other drugs may enhance them. The study highlights the importance of understanding these interactions for safe therapeutic use of psychedelics in clinical settings.

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Dopamine activity in projection neurons regulates short-lasting olfactory approach memory in Drosophila

Fruit flies learn to avoid dangerous smells and approach safe smells during training. Scientists discovered that flies form both types of memories at the same time, but they work differently in the brain. Safe-smell memories are made using special brain areas and chemical signals that are different from danger memories. These findings help us understand how brains separate good and bad experiences.

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