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A biotech company says it put dopamine-making cells into people’s brains (www.technologyreview.com)
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A biotech company says it put dopamine-making cells into people’s brains::The experiment to treat Parkinson’s is a critical early test of stem cells’ potential to tackle serious disease.

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[–] 4 points 3 years ago (2 children)

I've never tried shrooms but I'd love to, not sure if I expect it to help at all with my adhd but at least the depression might improve, and I've heard it can make a person more empathetic, which sounds awesome

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  • [–] 4 points 3 years ago (1 child)

    I have had little improvement with my concentration and still lean heavily on my daily Adderall so I can be functional at life.

    To my limited understanding, most people with ADD/ADHD also have anxiety and depression. I mean, it makes sense. We tend to struggle with things that most other people find simple or second nature and that is extremely stressful. I believe that is the source of the anxiety, which can lead to depression after a while. Just my theory, anyway.

    If you do decide to try psychedelics, remember that you are just going for a small journey inside your own brain and it can be jarring as fuck the first couple of times. However, I personally welcome what others might consider a "bad trip". My personal view is that a "bad trip" is part of my mind that I need to confront and understand at an extremely personal level.

    With practice, I have learned to shut off negative emotions as easily as turning off a light switch. It's a very peculiar feeling, to say the least.

    And yes. Extreme empathy is one of the best feelings you can get and it is also something I am trying to carry with me into my daily life. It really is a powerful experience to feel connected with everything around you.

    At the end of the day, If you are in a comfortable environment and have some good music going, it is a very healthy thing to do.

    I could go on for hours, but alas, it is late.

    Take care!

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  • [–] 2 points 3 years ago*

    Thanks for the response! I'm falling asleep myself and don't have much coherent to say in response lol but I enjoyed reading what you had to say. It has me even more interested in trying shrooms.

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