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·February 13, 2020·6 min read

Love: is it just a fleeting high fueled by brain chemicals?

Study looks at the psychology and neurobiology of attraction and love.

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·February 7, 2020·6 min read

Death: can our final moment be euphoric?

Study sheds light on the process of death and questions if people experience a state of euphoria during their final moments.

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·February 7, 2020·3 min read

Brain cells long thought of as passive play key role in memory

Microglia, key immune cells in the brain, may play a significant role in memory retention.

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·January 28, 2020·5 min read

Could psychedelics help treat mental health and resolve the climate crisis?

Numerous recent studies claim psychedelics, such as psilocybin, can help treat a range of mental health problems from depression to PTSD. Researchers investigate how psychedelics can help us become more "nature-connected" and increase a sense of environmental responsibility.

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·January 25, 2020·3 min read

Silicon Valley’s latest fad is dopamine fasting – and that may not be as crazy as it sounds

Advocates of dopamine fasting claim it can help curb addictive behaviors and make daily life more pleasurable. Researchers explore the potential benefits of this new Silicon Valley trend.

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·January 20, 2020·4 min read

How coffee affects the brain, body, and health

From helping to protect against certain cancers and neurodegenerative diseases to causing anxiety and insomnia, researchers investigate how coffee affects the brain, body, and overall health.

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·January 12, 2020·4 min read

Facial recognition: research reveals new abilities of ‘super-recognizers’

Are you the type of person who never forgets a face? Researchers explore the phenomena of super-recognizers.

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·January 11, 2020·4 min read

The meaning of life – a psychologist’s view

Study investigates suffering-induced transformational experiences to help reveal what the meaning of life could actually be.

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·January 7, 2020·3 min read

The dark side of supportive relationships

Study explores the dynamics and repercussions of unconditional support in interpersonal relationships.

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·January 5, 2020·4 min read

Cities increase your risk of depression, anxiety and psychosis – but bring mental health benefits too

While the risks of developing depression, anxiety disorders, and psychosis are significantly higher for urban dwellers, researchers report there are some positive impacts on mental health for those who live in big cities.

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·January 4, 2020·3 min read

The best way to ditch bad habits: what science can teach us

Was your New Year's resolution to ditch a bad habit? Researchers explore the best ways to curb your withdrawal and explain why relapse isn't always such a bad thing.