Before Humanity Can Conquer the Stars, We Need to Deal With One Painfully Human Problem
Keeping astronauts mentally grounded during long-term spaceflight is a tall order — one that could make or break our galactic travels.
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New Brain Scan Study Reveals How A Psychedelic Trip Looks In Real Time
Recent research offers an unprecedented glimpse into the neurobiology of psychedelics.
Are The Benefits Of Psychedelics Overblown? Here’s One Compelling Case Against The Hype
Psychedelics have been billed as the next big thing in mental health. But are we getting ahead of ourselves?
This Is The Surprising Reason Mindfulness Doesn't Always Live Up To The Hype
Mindfulness isn’t a one-size-fits all practice.
Yes, The Pill Can Increase Risk Of Depression — But It’s Not That Simple
Hormones, including estrogen and progesterone, are crucial for brain health.
The Secret Cognitive-Enhancing Powers of Menthol
Scientists have discovered that when mice with Alzheimer’s inhaled menthol, their cognitive abilities improved.
You Don't Need To Hug A Tree To Benefit From Nature — Looking at One Is Enough
It is becoming increasingly clear that spending time in nature can benefit our mental health and wellbeing.
Does Evolution Even Matter Anymore — Or Is Human Progress Just Too Fast for Biology?
The modern world is replete with things that make our once-adaptive instincts go awry.
Ancient Viruses Left Their DNA In Humans — And They Could Help Trigger These Common Diseases
Some ancient viral DNA sequences play a role in susceptibility to psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia and major depressive disorder.
