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Cannabidiol (CBD), a compound derived from the cannabis plant that does not produce a “high”, was shown in a new large-scale, randomized, controlled trial to significantly reduce the number of dangerous seizures in patients with a severe form of epilepsy called Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.

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Single high dose of psilocybin, combined with psychological support, led to reductions in alcohol use among people with severe alcohol use disorder

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Adults who followed a low-carbohydrate diet that emphasized plant-based proteins, unsaturated fats, and fewer refined carbohydrates were significantly less likely to experience symptoms of depression

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White Americans do not feel threatened by demographic change, suggests new study that casts doubt on this widely accepted idea: that White Americans respond with a sense of threat when told they will no longer be the majority in the US

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New research suggests that different aspects of socioeconomic status are associated with distinct patterns of brain structure, connectivity, and behavior—and these associations can vary depending on whether they occur in early or later stages of life.

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Scientists uncovered evidence that Parkinson’s disease may start not in the brain, but in the kidneys

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A new study reveals that AI tools undermine our sense of creativity

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New research links certain types of narcissism to anti-immigrant attitudes

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Sensory issues in autism may stem from co-occurring emotional blindness, not autism itself, finds a twin study

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People who believe they are attractive are more materialistic, and new research suggests this is because they are more likely to compare themselves with others in terms of abilities, opinions…

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A massive international study published in the Journal of Personality has found that people across the world are more likely to support authoritarian forms of government when they feel threatened

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Early-life scarcity leads to openness to “sugar relationships” in women. However, for men, no such developmental pathway was observed

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Cognitive inflexibility amplifies risk of disordered exercise in men

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Exposure to heavy metals is associated with higher likelihood of ADHD diagnosis

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New study reveals four psychological profiles of gamers linked to mental health and attachment style

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New psychology research uncovers surprisingly consistent misjudgments of tattooed individuals

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The idea that “birds of a feather flock together” is deeply rooted in Western ideas about romance and guides online dating platforms

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Psychedelics may buffer against PTSD: Survivors of Nova music festival massacre in Israel on October 7, 2023 who consumed classic psychedelics (psilocybin, LSD, mescaline, or 2C-B) at the time reported significantly lower levels of anxiety and post-traumatic symptoms 3 weeks after the attack.

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Study of 2020 US presidential election found that Biden voters tended to choose care and fairness more than Trump supporters, with a greater focus on compassion and justice

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People who endorse “honor culture” values are more likely to believe they are invulnerable to illness, which is linked to lower rates of flu vaccination in the United States

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Narcissistic traits of Adolf Hitler, Vladimir Putin, and Donald Trump can be traced back to common patterns in early childhood and family environments

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Appearance-related behaviors, such as repeatedly checking one’s appearance in the mirror, asking others for reassurance, or avoiding social situations out of fear of being judged…

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Resilience may protect against psychopathic traits in people with childhood trauma

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Research found people who report out-of-body experiences, where they feel separated from their physical body, tend to show higher rates of mental health concerns, trauma history, and dissociative symptoms compared to those who have never had such experiences.

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Scientists show how you’re unknowingly sealing yourself in an information bubble - Even when people aren’t actively seeking to confirm their views, the structure of traditional and AI-powered search tools can trap them in informational echo chambers.

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Frequent pornography use linked to altered brain connectivity and impaired cognitive performance, finds a new brain imaging student with college students

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Highly stylized TikTok videos, known as “edits,” portraying politicians as physically attractive or “badass” increased ratings of their attractiveness and, in some cases…

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Scientists shed light on how forgiveness does and doesn’t reshape memories

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Genetic and biological clues point to inflammation’s role in mental health

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Childhood trauma linked to changes in brain structure and connectivity, study finds

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Study links moderate awe in psychedelic ayahuasca journeys to better well-being

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