Summary: Ibogaine, a plant-based psychoactive drug combined with magnesium, effectively reduces PTSD, anxiety, and depression in veterans with traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The study, involving 30 U.S. special forces veterans,…
Tag: Psychology
Early Riser? Anorexia Nervosa Linked to Morning Chronotype
Summary: Individuals with anorexia nervosa tend to be early risers, in contrast to many other mental disorders often associated with evening chronotypes. The study also finds a connection between anorexia…
Mapping the Brain Circuit Behind Panic Disorder
Summary: Researchers have identified a brain circuit that mediates panic disorder, offering a crucial insight into the condition’s origins. This circuit involves specialized neurons that use the neuropeptide PACAP to…
Lower Socio-Economic Women Underrate Their Talent
Summary: A new study reveals that women from low socio-economic backgrounds tend to perceive themselves as less talented, even when their performance matches others’. This misperception can contribute to gender…
Risk-Taking Behavior Linked to Persistence of Male Bisexuality Genes
Summary: A new study sheds light on the persistence of genes associated with male bisexuality in the human genome. The research suggests that these genes are linked to risk-taking behavior,…
Top 10 Neuroscience News Articles of 2023
Summary: The year 2023 witnessed groundbreaking discoveries in neuroscience, offering unprecedented insights into the human brain. From animal-free brain organoids to the effects of optimism on cognitive skills, these top…
Mind Over Matter: Perception of Time Influences Wound Healing
Summary: Perceived time significantly impacts the healing of physical wounds. Researchers found wounds healed faster when participants believed more time had passed, challenging conventional beliefs about psychological effects on physical…
Embracing Intellectual Humility – Neuroscience News
Summary: Intellectual humility, characterized by an awareness of one’s cognitive limitations and openness to revising beliefs, plays a pivotal role in various aspects of human life. This quality encompasses being…
Kids’ Trust in Robots vs Humans: A Study in Selective Learning
Summary: A new study explores how children aged three to five gauge the reliability of information from humans and robots. The study found that children display selective trust based on…
