Tripping over the other: Could psychedelics increase empathy?

Abstract There is increasing evidence that psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy effective for a range of psychological conditions. are likely numerous mechanisms action contribute to these clinical effects. One such mechanism might involve psychedelics levels empathic functioning. This paper synthesises research concerning the relationship between and empathy, emphasising neuroscientific contexts. We conclude neuropsychological imply could lead increased The effects on 5-HT system, default mode network, neural connectivity ego dissolution implicated in changes. Changes functioning also relate increases personality trait openness associated with psychedelic drug use, which well documented. Increased function has implications, leading social connectedness as prosocial attitudes behaviours more broadly.