Isbn: 9798193717126 - the earth molecule: exploring psilocybin, consciousness, and human evolution (3 Ergebnisse)

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - What if a molecule produced by fungi could help illuminate how the human brain constructs identity, meaning, and reality The Earth Molecule is a concise, research-informed exploration of psilocybin and its relationship to consciousness, neuroscience, mental health research, culture, and human evolution. Moving beyond both sensationalism and uncritical enthusiasm, John M. Hughes Jr. examines what current evidence suggests-and where speculation still exceeds what science can confidently establish.Inside, readers will explore: - How psilocybin interacts with serotonin receptors and brain networks- The possible relationship between altered states, perception, and the sense of self- Research into therapeutic applications, risks, and important limitations- The historical and cultural significance of psychedelic fungi- Controversial theories connecting psychedelics with creativity and human evolution- The ethical and social questions surrounding psychedelic researchWritten for curious readers rather than specialists, The Earth Molecule connects neuroscience, psychology, anthropology, and philosophy in clear, accessible language. It neither promotes illegal drug use nor presents psilocybin as a miracle cure. Instead, it offers a balanced framework for understanding one of today's most fascinating-and frequently misunderstood-areas of scientific inquiry.For readers interested in psychedelic science, consciousness, cognition, anthropology, and the evolving relationship between humans and the natural world.…