Heavy cannabis use linked to reduced brain activity during memory tasks, study finds
Brain scans reveal a connection between heavy cannabis use and reduced memory-related brain activity.
Caffeinated coffee boosts strength and sprint performance in trained men, regardless of chronotype
Caffeinated coffee improved strength and sprint performance in trained men, regardless of chronotype or time of day.
Antidepressant effects of psychedelics may be overstated in some clinical trials
A new meta-analysis shows that reported antidepressant effects of psychedelics vary widely depending on the study design used.
Caffeine metabolite 1-MX boosts memory and brain health, study finds
New evidence suggests 1-MX, derived from caffeine, may enhance learning and protect the brain from age-related decline.
Scientists link antidepressants to long-lasting genital numbness in young people
Young antidepressant users may face enduring sexual side effects, according to a large study examining post-treatment genital sensitivity.
Study links cannabis and synthetic cannabinoid use to poorer male sexual function
Men who use cannabis or synthetic cannabinoids report worse sexual performance and satisfaction than non-users, according to new research from Cairo University.
Prenatal hormone exposure may shape alcohol drinking habits, new research suggests
The length of your fingers might predict how much alcohol you drink, according to a new study linking prenatal hormone exposure to alcohol use in university students.
Psilocybin-assisted neurofeedback shows promise in preliminary research
A new study explores combining psilocybin microdosing with neurofeedback. The method appears feasible, though it’s unclear whether it meaningfully improves mental performance.
Can psychedelics make you a more moral person? New study explores the link
A new study suggests that meaningful psychedelic experiences may broaden the range of beings people see as morally worthy.
Hallucinogen-related ER visits linked to higher risk of schizophrenia, study finds
A new study suggests that emergency visits involving hallucinogens could be a warning sign for future schizophrenia, especially among younger adults.
Study: Ritalin improves numeric memory but not overall cognition in non-ADHD adults
A new study finds that low-dose methylphenidate offers minimal cognitive benefits for healthy adults, challenging its growing reputation as a “smart drug.
New study shows cannabis can impair driving for more than five hours—long after users feel ready to drive
Researchers have uncovered that cannabis affects driving ability far longer than most people think.
New study shows LSD changes brain connectivity in unique ways compared to MDMA and amphetamines
A new brain imaging study finds LSD alters brain connectivity in unique ways, setting it apart from MDMA and amphetamine despite some shared effects.
Ozempic may reduce alcohol craving and consumption, new study finds
A small clinical trial finds semaglutide may help people with alcohol use disorder cut back on drinking and reduce cravings.
Timing of coffee consumption may affect longevity, researchers say
A large study suggests that when you drink your coffee—especially in the morning—may matter more for your health than how much you drink.
