Understanding Addiction: Why It Matters and How We Can Make a Difference
Addiction is a pervasive issue that touches the lives of millions of people worldwide. Whether it’s substance abuse, such as alcohol or drug...
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From Stress to Strong Memories to PTSD: How stressful events form strong memories that can lead to anxiety disorders
Effects of Stress on Learning and Memory Processes Psychologically stressful events evoke a long-term impact on behavior through changes in hippocampal function...
Psychostimulants Change Our Brain
Addiction Artstract. Art found online that I believe depicts the detrimental impact psychostimulant drug use has on our brains. Psychostimulant Use Disorder Psy...
How do you measure cognitive ability in Schizophrenia?
What is Schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is a psychiatric disorder that is more common than most think. It is characterized by psychotic or positive symptoms that m...
Possible Pathology, and Treatment for Schizophrenia
Picture 1: Possible pathology, and treatment for schizophrenia[1]. Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder, which affects about 1 % of the U.S. population[2]....
What should you know about Autism Spectrum Disorder?
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a highly heritable neurodevelopmental disorder that is estimated to affect 1 in 59 children ...
Unlocking Brain’s Potential: Exploring the World of Nootropics
Nootropics, also known as cognitive enhancers or smart drugs, are supplements or substances that are believed to improve cognitive function, including me...
Nootropics: The New, Trending Drug That Makes You Smarter?
Artstract by Kailee Vigen Imagine a world where there is a magic pill you could buy at Target or Walmart that helps you focus, boosts your memory, and increases...
The Highs and Lows of Cannabis: Exploring the Science Behind the Endocannabinoid System
Cannabis is a plant that has been used for medicinal, recreational, and spiritual purposes for thousands of years. It contains over 100 active compounds ...
Nootropics and Intellectual Disability
Someone with an intellectual disability has issues with intellectual functioning and adaptive functioning. Intellectual functioning is often measured by an IQ t...