Amazonian Psychedelic May Ease Severe Depression
Ayahuasca, a psychedelic drink made from Amazonian plants, may help relieve symptoms in those with treatment resistant depression, researchers report.... Read More...
Psychology
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Sound of Moving Objects Change Perceptions of Body Size
Researchers report a mismatch between the predicted and actual outcome of an action can alter body perception, making a person feel taller.... Read More...
Link Between Autoimmune Disorder and Psychosis Confirmed
A new study confirms a link between a number of autoimmune diseases and an increased risk of developing psychosis.... Read More...
Can Hallucinogens Curb Cocaine Use?
A new study will investigate whether psilocybin can help curb cocaine addiction. Researchers are currently seeking people with a history of cocaine abuse to participate in the study.... Read More...
The Problem with Solving Problems
Researchers say prevalence induced concept changes cause people to redefine problems as they are reduced. ... Read More...
Social Media May Fade Memories
Researchers say using social media services like Instagram and Snapchat to document your life may come at the cost of you being able to fully remember the events you documented. ... Read More...
Living with Sensory Processing Disorder
Scientists are beginning to understand the neuroscience behind sensory processing disorder and are developing new therapies to help those with SPD.... Read More...
How High Blood Pressure Hurts Cognition
Researchers report impairments in the neuroprotective communication between neural blood vessels, astrocytes and neurons may be an early factor in how high blood pressure may impair cognitive function.... Read More...
‘Lower Status’ People More Likely to Share Wealth Than ‘Higher Status’ People
A new study reports lower status individuals are more likely to share wealth than those considered to be of higher status.... Read More...
People Undergoing Voluntary and Involuntary ECT Treatment Have Similar Outcomes
Researchers report both those who received voluntary and involuntary electroconvulsive therapy reported their symptoms were much improved following treatment.... Read More...
People with Autism Want to Socialize, They May Just Express It Differently
A new study pushes back the assumption that those on the autism spectrum do not wish to socialize with others. Researchers hope their findings will lead to more respectful treatment of those with ASD and help develop more effective methods of support for those with autism. ... Read More...
Stress Really Can Make Young Adults Feel Older
Researchers say stress plays a significant role in how old young adults feel. The study reveals stressful events above the norm can make emerging adults feel at least one year older than they are.... Read More...