What separates psychosis from belief?
People suffering from psychotic-like experiences tend to believe in surreal things. But do you believe
Health
Esketamine, a miracle drug for depression?
Up to 30% of people with depression do not adequately respond to our current treatments. This is a tremendous problem given the detrimental effects of depression on a person’s well-being and their environment. In the past years, Esketamine—a new drug for depression—has emerged, but is it the solution we have been waiting for?
How to escape from a World of Drugs: Ozzy Osbourne’s story
Overcoming drug addiction is hard. However, against all odds, the rock star Ozzy Osbourne made
The effects of space travel on the human body
Just last month NASA published a one-of-a-kind twin study, describing what physiological, molecular and cognitive changes could happen to us from exposure to spaceflight hazards. This study proves, once again, the capability of our body to adapt to extreme environments.
‘Plants are good for you’: Fact or fiction?
Houseplants are more popular than ever and the media are eagerly responding to this. Experts and random websites alike claim that houseplants can cause all kinds of cognitive and psychological benefits. But is this true?
A little bit of stress is good
Although stress has a bit of a bad name, the best way to develop a
Maybe don’t keep your mobile phone in your pocket
Scientists don’t agree on whether cell phone radiation is safe for our health. If you’re concerned, here’s how to reduce your exposure to this type of radiation when using your phone.?
Improve your productivity and mood with a small dose of hallucinogens?
Administering a small dose of hallucinogens (also called microdosing) has become more and more popular.
Do you practice mindfulness? This is why you should?
In recent years, practitioners and scientists alike have made grandiose claims about the benefits of mindfulness meditation. Countless case studies support the idea that mindfulness meditation can improve virtually every domain of life. Unfortunately, few of these benefits meet scientific consensus. So which ones hold up? Find out here.
Lucid Dreaming: The Ways It Will Change Your Life
In a previous DW blog, we showed that dreams can become “real” with lucid dreaming.