The sense that we are separate from the world may be an illusion upheld by the brain, while the sense of oneness attained when using psychedelics may be “a glimpse of a bigger picture”, say researchers behind a Nature study.
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Covering Psychedelics
Psychedelic substances have accompanied humankind for millennia—used by shamans, mystics, healers, and, more recently, scientists and artists. This guide helps journalist cover this deep and wide topic.
Science close to accepting placebo as healing
Leading researchers conclude the placebo response is real and important, and are pivoting to understand and “harness” the underlying mind-body connection.
New study confirms ancient method of altering consciousness
A new study claims to have reproduced an ancient human strategy to alter consciousness: drumming at theta frequency. The findings could lead to applications in cognitive neuroscience and therapy, say researchers.
Human bodies are also quantum, paper suggests
A new mathematically testable theory has been developed that suggests quantum mechanics is fundamental to our physical body.
Meditation is important preparation for taking psychedelics, research shows
Not having the mindset conducive for a positive result increases the risk for bad trips.
Dispenza’s mind-body retreats produce “phenomenal” results, say researchers
Researchers have found systematic brain and molecular changes linked to resilience, pain relief, and stress recovery in participants at wellness retreats that focus on mind-body interventions.
Psychedelics and mindfulness helped nurses during Covid
Nearly half the nurses who received psilocybin and mindfulness training were depression-free after two weeks.
A new science and economy based on consciousness research is focus of summit at MIT
Nobel laureates, pioneering innovators, and industry leaders meet October 11 and 12, signaling a major paradigm shift for the study of consciousness.
Major Stockholm conference to discuss healing properties of psychedelics
Psychopharmacologist, psychiatrist and best-selling author Julie Holland and experimental psychologist and behavioral pharmacologist Matthew W. Johnson are among the 40+ speakers at the Borealis Psychedelic Science Summit.
