A new psychedelic retreat calling itself a “SETI for the mind” aims to establish two-way communication with the nonhuman entities people encounter while tripping on DMT.

Are you—or a loved one—seemingly compelled to diet, purge, binge, or exercise? If so, many people believe they are “weak” or “failing” and need to try harder. Yet another possibility is that the brain ...

Compulsive traits are tendencies to repeat patterned behaviors. They are often seen in psychiatric conditions such as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), addiction and eating disorders. However, ...

Gina Roberts used to have this recurring nightmare: frantic and broke, she would search everywhere for a drink, but always the alcohol would remain out of reach. The dream would trigger such ...

Could the mysteries of cognition be revealed in the interactions between minds, not just the operation of the brain in isolation? This is the question behind two recent studies by Guillaume Dumas, a ...

Thinking about certain types of alcohol can alter your mood and trigger certain mindsets, especially among young consumers. For instance, tequila calls up a party mindset, whiskey activates a ...

Evidence from the past 20 years indicates that the use of computers in classrooms has led to declines in students' academic ...

For some children, everyday demands such “brush your teeth” or “time to get off of your computer game”, can trigger intense anxiety and extreme resistance. When this type of response affects everyday ...

Young adults with ADHD symptoms often struggle with social media and gaming addiction. However, a new study reveals that core ...

Societal structures exist that were never intentionally created. Human brains are hard-wired to seek shortcuts, meaning, and allies. Without any rule, people will form lines, take turns, and report ...