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Consciousness is linked to brain connectivity as functional network states and widespread information sharing are posited to be the mechanisms that render consciousness possible [1], [2], [3]. Furthermore, empirical studies demonstrate that alterations in brain connectivity, such as those induced by psilocybin or LSD, directly result in changes to states of consciousness [4], [5], [6].
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Theories and Methods of Consciousness biomedres.us 2 facts
quoteChen et al. state: “The energetic-metabolic processes focusing on [adenosine triphosphate] ATP, glucose, and γ -aminobutyrate/ glutamate are [also] indispensable for functional connectivity (FC) of normal brain networks that renders consciousness possible.”
claimEnergetic-metabolic processes involving adenosine triphosphate (ATP), glucose, and γ-aminobutyrate/glutamate are indispensable for the functional connectivity of normal brain networks that enables consciousness.
Psychedelics, Sociality, and Human Evolution frontiersin.org 2 facts
measurementIn a study of 15 subjects (5 females), psilocybin was shown to increase the repertoire of brain functional network states, brain integration, and neural signal complexity, resulting in an enriched state of consciousness.
referencePreller et al. (2019) published 'Effective connectivity changes in LSD-induced altered states of consciousness in humans' in PNAS, detailing how LSD impacts brain connectivity and consciousness.
Toward a universal theory of consciousness - Oxford Academic academic.oup.com 1 fact
claimGlobal workspace theory posits that consciousness arises from the widespread sharing of information across various brain networks.
A Synergistic Workspace for Human Consciousness Revealed by ... elifesciences.org 1 fact
referenceThe study 'Functional diversity of brain networks supports consciousness and verbal intelligence' was published in Scientific Reports (volume 8, pages 1–15) in 2018.