How do Cannabis products affect the brain and body?
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This is your brain on drugs: how cannabis products affect the brain and body
posted by Jacqueline Mosko
You Can’t Spell ‘Love’ Without ‘Vole’
posted by Jacqueline Mosko
Happy Valentine’s Week! This article will delve into the neuroscience underlying pair bond formation in prairie voles, including the new study which has challenged the previously accepted theory.
Baker Miller Pink
posted by Jacqueline Mosko
Asking around, one would be hard pressed to find an individual who’s never fielded the question, “what’s your favorite color?” Some people prefer shades of yellow reminiscent of sunshine, hues of red that evoke a feeling of power, or calming tones of blue. Though one’s favorite color is not a reliable metric for determining facts […]
The Language and Psychology of Modern “Cults”
posted by Jacqueline Mosko
We use the term “cult” loosely in today’s colloquial language. Ask around, and you might hear the opinion that people who religiously attend expensive spin classes or CrossFit are in a cult. MLM’s (multi-level marketing schemes) are a cult. Academia is a cult! As a member of the cult of academia, I promise I am […]
The Fear of Missing Out
posted by Jacqueline Mosko
There is no shortage of slang to be found on the internet. In recent years, a piece of slang in the form of an acronym has piqued my interest – FOMO. This acronym stands for “fear of missing out,” and is something I am certain most people can relate to. Despite its prolific use in […]
Media Misrepresentations of Mental Illness: Dissociative Identity Disorder
posted by Jacqueline Mosko
It’s no secret that watching movies can create lasting impressions on viewers. This is true in cases of medical dramas, where viewers are introduced to rare diseases through interactions with fictional patients seeking help. It is also true of mental health conditions – both in the cases of television and movies, it has become increasingly […]
“Fearless” climbers: how the amygdala mediates fear
posted by Jacqueline Mosko
Rock climbing, both in a specialized gym and outdoors on natural rock formations, is a very popular hobby here in Southern California. Some people find it exhilarating and enjoyable, while others are simply terrified. Like with any athletic venture, climbers assess risk before embarking on new routes, and may quell their fears with the knowledge […]