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          FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology
          ·May 30, 2019·4 min read

          ‘Ecstasy’ shows promise for post-traumatic stress treatment

          MDMA shows promise for the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder. Combining the use of Ecstasy with psychotherapy treatments resulted in a reduction of PTSD symptoms after just one session. 54% of the study participants no longer met the PTSD criteria after two sessions. Patients also reported improvements in depression symptoms.
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          FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology
          ·February 11, 2020·3 min read

          Cannabis increases susceptibility to false memory

          In comparison to a placebo group, test subjects exposed to marijuana were more likely to form false memories based on incorrect information.
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          FeaturedPsychology
          ·September 15, 2015·3 min read

          Documenting Self Reported Use of New Synthetic Drugs by Teens and Young Adults

          A new study reports on the self reported use of new synthetic drugs among teens and young people.
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          FeaturedPsychology
          ·August 12, 2018·3 min read

          Exploring the Potential Benefits of Hallucinogens for Mental Health

          Researchers explore the potential benefits of using hallucinogens for the treatment of PTSD, anxiety, depression and other mental health disorders.
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          FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles
          ·October 9, 2017·3 min read

          Human Minibrains Reveal Effects of Psychedelic Substance

          A new study reveals psychedelic substances may have a neuroprotective role when it comes to inflammation. Researchers also report psychedelics can alter signaling pathways associated with neuroplasticity.
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          FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology
          ·June 12, 2018·4 min read

          Ketamine and Psychedelic Drugs Change Structure of Neurons

          A new study reveals psychedelics increase dendrites, dendritic spines and synapses, while ketamine may promote neuroplasticity. The findings could help develop new treatments for anxiety, depression and other related disorders.
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          FeaturedNeuroscience
          ·July 17, 2013·3 min read

          Low Doses of Psychedelic Drug Erases Conditioned Fear in Mice

          Researchers discover a low dose of psilocybin erased conditioned fear responses in mice. They suggest the agent could be a potential treatment for PTSD and related conditions.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·November 19, 2018·5 min read

          MDMA Makes People Cooperative, But Not Gullible

          Researchers report MDMA, the main compound in ecstasy, helps people to cooperate better, but only when the other person is trustworthy.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·October 2, 2023·6 min read

          MDMA Makes People Feel More Connected During Conversations

          Researchers shed light on MDMA's potential to foster feelings of connection in controlled environments. Their study reveals that individuals on MDMA or methamphetamine felt more connected during conversations compared to those on a placebo.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·September 1, 2022·4 min read

          Most Promising PTSD Treatment May Use ‘Ecstasy’ or ‘Magic Mushrooms’ Alongside Psychotherapy

          Prescribing psychedelic therapies including MDMA and psilocybin in combination with counseling and psychotherapy improve symptoms for those with PTSD.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·August 12, 2019·5 min read

          Nearly 1 in 2 swingers uses recreational drugs to intensify sex

          Half of all people who practice sexual swinging use recreational drugs to enhance their experience. Researchers report women are more likely to use drugs than either straight or bisexual men, increasing the risk of them participating in unprotected sex and contracting a sexually transmitted infection.
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          FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles
          ·September 20, 2018·5 min read

          Octopuses Given Ecstasy Reveal Genetic Link to Evolution of Social Behaviors in Humans

          Testing the behavioral reaction to MDMA in octopuses, researchers report they have discovered evidence of an evolutionary link between the sea creatures and humans.
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