@Senator_Armstrong Dimethoxyphenethylamine (2C-X) compounds, methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), and diethylamide (LSD) are all known to have psychedelic effects on the brain.
The exact mechanism by which these compounds produce their psychedelic effects is not fully understood, but it is believed that they work by altering the levels and activity of certain neurotransmitters in the brain.
2C-X and MDMA are both serotonin agonists, meaning that they mimic the effects of serotonin in the brain. They bind to and activate serotonin receptors, which leads to an increased release of serotonin and other neurotransmitters, such as dopamine and norepinephrine. This increase in neurotransmitter activity can lead to altered perceptions of reality, hallucinations, and changes in thoughts and mood.
LSD, on the other hand, is a serotonin receptor agonist and antagonist. It binds to and activates some serotonin receptors while blocking others. This complex interaction results in an increase in neurotransmitter activity in some areas of the brain and a decrease in others, leading to a range of effects such as altered perception of time and space, synesthesia (sensory blending), and profound changes in mood and thought processes.
Overall, the exact mechanism of psychedelic compound effects on the brain is still not fully understood, but it is believed that their activity on serotonin and other neurotransmitter receptors is a key factor.