An analysis of data from the Human Connectome project indicates that chronic cannabis use in females, but not in males, is associated with a reduced volume in the cerebellum region of the brain and diminished sleep quality. This reduced sleep...
Recent research has shown that psychedelic drugs, including psilocybin, LSD, and MDMA, have the potential to significantly reduce depression and anxiety symptoms in patients with advanced cancer. The effectiveness of these drugs may stem from their ability to help patients...
Researchers have uncovered surprising findings about the effects of two commonly known drugs, MDMA (commonly referred to as ecstasy) and methamphetamine, on human connection and feelings of closeness with conversation partners. Contrary to expectations, both drugs were found to enhance...
A recent study sheds light on how mental health professionals perceive an emerging form of treatment known as psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT). The findings reveal intriguing variations in the attitudes and beliefs of psychologists, clinical social workers, and psychiatrists about this...
In recent years, the trend of microdosing psychedelics has gained popularity, with enthusiasts touting a wide range of potential benefits, from enhanced creativity to improved mood and focus. However, a recent scientific review published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology has...
A recent multi-site study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association revealed that psilocybin-assisted therapy offers rapid and sustained antidepressant effects for individuals with major depressive disorder. Compared to an active placebo, the treatment improved psychosocial functioning and...
A recent scientific study has uncovered an intriguing connection between the use of psilocybin, the psychoactive compound found in certain "magic" mushrooms, and reduced overtime work among full-time employees. While the study's findings aren't conclusive proof of causation, they shed...
A recent study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs challenges the widespread belief in the "beer goggles" phenomenon, suggesting that alcohol doesn't distort perceptions of physical attractiveness. Instead, alcohol may influence individuals' willingness to approach and...
A study on members of the Royal Netherlands Air Force found that 200 mg of modafinil and 300 mg of caffeine effectively counter the adverse effects of being awake for 17 hours on vigilance. The effect of modafinil seems to...
In a phase II clinical trial, a single dose of psilocybin, combined with SSRI treatment and supportive therapy, showed promising safety and therapeutic outcomes for individuals with treatment-resistant depression. While the results suggest that SSRIs do not inhibit the potential...
A recent study published in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs analyzed DMT (dimethyltryptamine) experiences shared on Reddit to understand the profound sense of familiarity reported by users. The research found that the sense of familiarity was a distinct aspect of...
A recent study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology suggests that psilocybin, the active component in "magic mushrooms", can induce lasting neuroplastic changes in the brain, which are associated with improvements in symptoms of depression. The research, which found significant...
A recent meta-analysis published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology indicates that subanesthetic doses of ketamine may provide rapid and sustained relief from anxiety, with effects noticeable within a few hours and lasting up to two weeks. However, the researchers stress...
A new study published in Mindfulness explores the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), different components of mindfulness, and cannabis use severity, uncovering that while some facets of mindfulness might help to mitigate the negative impacts of ACEs on cannabis...
An online survey published in the International Journal of Mental Health and Addiction found that after beginning psychedelic use, many adults reduced or stopped their intake of alcohol, antidepressants, and cocaine, but increased their consumption of cannabis and tobacco. The...