An interesting thought experiment is if you could recognize and interrupt other thought patterns to change behavior and preferences because you want to, but hav

An interesting thought experiment is if you could recognize and interrupt other thought patterns to change behavior and preferences because you want to, but have a hard time implementing the change. Obvious example is addiction - there's some evidence that LSD and Psilocybin 'cure' alcoholics, I'd bet a targeted affect similar to this depression targeting could in theory work. Maybe other things too, making it easier to practice or less afraid of trying new things - overcoming other obstacles. Obviously there are risks, but the positives are interesting to wonder about.