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AI Conversations Help Conspiracy Theorists Change Their Views
AI-powered conversations can reduce belief in conspiracy theories by 20%. Researchers found that AI provided tailored, fact-based rebuttals to participants'…
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High Doses of ADHD Meds Linked to Increased Psychosis Risk
Adults taking high doses of amphetamine-based medications for ADHD, such as Adderall, face a five-fold increased risk of developing psychosis…
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Neural Circuitry Behind Social Group Preferences Discovered
Scientists have identified the brain circuitry that drives spiny mice to prefer larger social groups. The study shows that neural…
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Near Death Experiences May Strengthen Human Interconnectedness
A new study shows that out-of-body experiences (OBEs), including near-death experiences, can dramatically increase empathy and transform how individuals connect…
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Role of Serotonin Release in Depression Uncovered
Researchers developed a highly selective fluorescent probe to image serotonin in cells and animal models, shedding light on its role…
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Robot Deception: Some Lies Accepted, Others Rejected
A new study examined how humans perceive different types of deception by robots, revealing that people accept some lies more…
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Neurodevelopmental Disruptions Behind Schizophrenia Cognitive Deficits
A recent review of genetic and population studies reveals that premorbid cognitive deficits in schizophrenia, such as lower IQ, are…
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Environment and Hippocampal Size Impact Depression in Youth
Challenging social environments and the size of the left hippocampus in children aged 9-11 contribute to an increased risk of…
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Schizophrenia Linked to Disrupted Synaptic Plasticity
Researchers have identified a mechanism that impairs synaptic plasticity in individuals with schizophrenia, revealing the role of three key proteins.…
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Observing Trauma Boosts Resilience Through Serotonin
A new study reveals that observing others endure trauma can increase resilience and protect against depression. Researchers found that serotonin,…