A recent study published in Psychopharmacology reveals that consuming a single strong alcoholic drink can influence individuals' moral judgments. The research specifically observed shifts in behaviors related to harming others and purity violations.
A recent study in Rhode Island revealed that individuals with opioid use disorder on higher doses of buprenorphine have a 20% greater likelihood of staying in treatment compared to those on lower doses. The findings come amidst rising concerns over...
A recent study in the Journal of Psychopharmacology found that adolescents with bipolar disorder who used cannabis showed working memory deficits compared to non-users. The research underscores concerns amid increasing cannabis legalization and its potential risks for this vulnerable demographic.
A study conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic found that individuals who have used psychedelic substances reported lower psychological distress, enhanced well-being, and improved post-traumatic growth compared to those who hadn't. Published in the journal Scientific Reports, the research, which involved...
Scientists studied the potential of psychedelics, such as psilocybin mushrooms and LSD, in treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). An online survey with 174 participants revealed over 30% experienced prolonged positive effects from these substances on their OCD symptoms. However, due to...
A new study in Substance Use & Misuse found a significant increase in LSD use among U.S. business managers from 2006 to 2014. Analyzing data from over 168,000 full-time workers, the research showed a 1100% rise in LSD use among...
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...