Psychedelics are inherently different than other illicit and addictive substances because of how they gain traction. While drugs like alcohol and heroin are often used to escape reality and stimulants like cocaine are used to boost the experience of a party, LSD, psilocybin mushrooms and the latest addition to the ... Read More
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Pathological Lying Can Occur with These Mental Disorders
Updated 12/6/24 Everyone lies. It's a part of life, for better or for worse. Some people find peace in white lies and don't feel bad about occasionally avoiding the truth to spare a loved one's feelings. Others, however, see habitual lying, even major lies, as something completely inconsequential. Pathological ... Read More
Mental Illness or Personality Trait: What Is Neurosis?
It seems like every popular TV show has a token neurotic friend character. They're usually portrayed as a little quirky but still endearing. The show's plot points may center around humor or jokes about the character's neuroses or casually toss around mental illness terms such as OCD (Obsessive-compulsive ... Read More
Countertransference and Transference: Understanding the Phenomenon to Improve Therapy
Psychoanalytic theory introduced the concepts of transference and countertransference. Today, clinicians use these terms across disciplines and theories to describe the relationship dynamics in professionals and the people they treat. High success rates suggest that psychotherapy can aid clients with depression, ... Read More
5 Touted Benefits of a “Sensory Deprivation Tank”
Does sensory deprivation tank therapy really help reduce depression and anxiety? Float therapy is an alternative treatment for mild depression and anxiety that aims to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and even some medical conditions. But, what does science say about the benefits of short-term sensory ... Read More
What Is Angel Dust?
Angel dust, also known as PCP (phencyclidine), is commonly found as a white powder. This powder may be smoked, eaten, snorted or injected. The drug was first developed as an anesthesia for use during surgery and other medical procedures. When its toxic effects became known, it was quickly removed from use in ... Read More
What Is Intermittent Explosive Disorder?
Have you ever seen someone shift from seeming completely fine to violently angry in a matter of seconds? This may be more than just a short temper. They may be living with intermittent explosive disorder, a real condition with significant impact on the lives of people who suffer from it. In this piece, we'll break ... Read More
The Science Behind the Feel of a Cocaine High
Some cocaine users describe their experiences as pleasurable, but cocaine use can lead to painful withdrawal and disappointment. Cocaine users feel a letdown when they realize they can never recreate the feeling of that first high. Cocaine Users Typically Focus on the High, Forgetting the Low The perceived glamour of ... Read More
