I think it might just be a hangover from the view that "you're missing X from what we consider a normal neuro-chemistry so we'll give you a constant dose of Y t

I think it might just be a hangover from the view that "you're missing X from what we consider a normal neuro-chemistry so we'll give you a constant dose of Y to make some changes to the level of X" This has always felt like it was treating the wrong thing. The way that neurons operate seems to be much more complex than just the changes made by neurotransmitter levels and flooding the entire network with higher levels of a neurotransmitter probably has all kinds of unintended consequences. I think this approach is often applied because its something that can be done quickly and easily and has immediate effect rather than spending months and years retraining the patient's brain. I hope that we see a revolution in clinical treatment that combines guided psychedelic therapy and daily practice. We need a more compassionate approach than just twisting a knob and nailing it in place.