Einstein Quote

"A human being is a part of the whole, called by us, "Universe," a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts and feelings as something separated from the rest -- a kind of optical delusion of his consciousness.

This delusion is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our personal desires and to affection for a few persons nearest to us. Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its beauty.
Nobody is able to achieve this completely, but the striving for such achievement is in itself a part of the liberation and a foundation for inner security." Albert Einstein - (1879-1955)
Psilocybin should only be taken with a spiritual mindset in a supportive environment.
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Monday, April 2, 2012

UCLA discovers 2 genes that predispose individuals to PTSD by moderating serotonin levels

PTSD genes identified by UCLA study
In studying the families' genes, the researchers found that persons who possessed specific variants of two genes were more likely to develop PTSD symptoms. Called TPH1 and TPH2, these genes control the production of serotonin, a brain chemical that regulates mood, sleep and alertness -- all of which are disrupted in PTSD. Eurekalert!

These findings indicate the importance of serotonin levels in the brain in PTSD acquisition and possibly its treatment.  Psilocybin has a pronounced and long term effect on serotonin receptors in the brain, is not addicting and has a low level of toxicity.  Perhaps it is time for the DoD and VA to initiate Clinical Trials to examine the efficacy of treating combat-related PTSD with psilocybin.
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