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·February 21, 2026·9 min read

OCD Brains Work Harder to Stay on Track

It’s not just a repetitive thought—it’s a brain working overtime. New research shows why the OCD brain recruits extra regions just to keep track of daily sequences.

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·February 20, 2026·8 min read

Teen Cannabis Use Doubles Psychosis and Bipolar Risk

One hit could have a two-year countdown. New research confirms that teen cannabis use doubles the risk of severe psychiatric disorders in young adulthood.

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·February 20, 2026·8 min read

Study Shows Cognitive Recovery in Psychosis

It’s not a single path. A decade-long study reveals how the brain’s "growth chart" can predict recovery and treatment success in people with psychosis.

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·February 18, 2026·6 min read

Why Some Brains Are Biologically Unable to Process Loss

Grief shouldn't be a life sentence. Researchers are uncovering why some brains get "stuck" in a cycle of craving and longing after the loss of a loved one.

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·February 17, 2026·9 min read

Single DMT Dose Provides Lasting Relief from Depression

A 25-minute "trip" for six months of relief? Researchers have found that the ayahuasca compound DMT provides a rapid, durable shield against depression.

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·February 16, 2026·8 min read

Musical Robot: Combining AI Speech and Song to Combat Loneliness

Researchers find that combining music and empathetic speech makes social robots significantly more effective at bonding with humans and reducing loneliness.

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·February 16, 2026·7 min read

Delivery Method of Probiotic Flips the Brain Between Memory and Mood

Memory or Mood? Your choice of probiotic might depend on the packaging. New research reveals that how probiotics are prepared dictates whether they help your focus or your feelings.

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·February 16, 2026·7 min read

Study Links Sugary Drinks to Adolescent Anxiety

We know sugar is bad for the body, but what about the mind? A new study finds a troubling link between sugary drinks and the rising tide of anxiety in young people.

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·February 16, 2026·13 min read

Moderate Cannabis Use May Protect the Aging Brain

A massive study of over 26,000 middle aged and older adults reveals that those who use cannabis in moderation have larger brain volumes and sharper cognitive skills than non-users.

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·February 14, 2026·7 min read

How the Brain Distinguishes Instant Treats from Long-Term Triumphs

Is your brain chasing a reward or checking off a goal? Scientists have found a specific electrical signal that could explain why depression dulls pleasure and how to fix it.

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·February 14, 2026·6 min read

Brain Signal Linked to OCD Compulsions Identified

A newly identified high-frequency brain signal in the frontal cortex appears to drive compulsive behaviors in OCD. In three severe cases, briefly disrupting this activity through targeted deep brain stimulation rapidly reduced symptoms, offering hope for more precise and responsive treatments.

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·February 13, 2026·8 min read

Antidepressants May Safeguard Against Preterm Birth Risks

Does treating depression with antidepressants during pregnancy harm the baby? A massive new study reveals that while SSRIs increase gestational diabetes risk, they also protect against preterm birth.