A new study published in American Politics Research sheds light on how Americans’ views on gun policy are shaped not just by their gender or political party, but by the …
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Psychopharmacology21-year-old man dies after jabbing pencil into his brain during psilocybin trip
In a newly reported case, a 21-year-old Hispanic man in Texas died after stabbing himself in both eyes with a pencil during a bad psychedelic experience at home. The disturbing …
NeuroscienceStudy links premature ejaculation to altered brain activity and neurotransmitter imbalances
Stay informed on the latest psychology and neuroscience research—follow PsyPost on LinkedIn for daily updates and insights. A new study published in Brain Imaging and Behavior has uncovered differences in …
Cognitive SciencePsychology study sheds light on why some moments seem to fly by
Many people feel that life speeds up as they get older. But what actually causes this sensation? A new study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin sheds light on …
Cognitive ScienceScientists identify delusion-like cognitive biases that predict conspiracy belief
People who believe in conspiracy theories may be more likely to exhibit specific cognitive biases also found in individuals with subclinical delusional thinking, according to a pair of new studies …
Cognitive ScienceA common calorie-free sweetener alters brain activity and appetite control, new research suggests
Consuming sucralose, a widely used non-caloric sweetener, may influence how the brain regulates hunger and body weight. A new study published in Nature Metabolism found that sucralose increases activity in …
Cognitive ScienceConsciousness remains a mystery after major theory showdown
“Theories are like toothbrushes,” it’s sometimes said. “Everybody has their own and nobody wants to use anybody else’s.” It’s a joke, but when it comes to the study of consciousness …