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Research published in Journal of Psychopharmacology This suggests that different substances have very different associations with criminal behavior and police arrests. The study shows that some psychedelics, such as psilocybin, tend to be associated with lower arrest rates, while other substances, such as PCP and GHB, show strong associations with violent and nonviolent crimes. These findings provide evidence that the effects of drugs on society are not uniform and are highly dependent on the specific substance being used. Jesse J. Norris, an associate professor of criminal justice at the State University of New York at Fredonia, conducted the study to…

Growing up in disadvantaged areas can be stressful and place a heavy burden on children, leading to mental health problems and delayed psychological development. But a decade of research suggests there are effective and nearly free treatments that level the playing field with favored opponents. It’s about spending time in nature. This concept, invented in 2013, is known as isogeneration. This refers to the way the physical environment (usually the amount of green space in a neighborhood) promotes health and functional equity. According to this concept, people who live at a disadvantage due to factors such as income, parental education,…

When romantic partners feel threatened by a potential rival, they tend to prioritize protecting their bond over cultivating it on a daily basis. Over time, this defensive focus can create a loop of escalating jealousy and decreased relationship satisfaction. These behavioral patterns are outlined in a recent paper published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships. The daily effort to keep a relationship working takes several forms. Motivation experts often categorize human behavior as either pursuing positive rewards or avoiding negative outcomes. The new framework divides human motivation into three different categories. These include maintenance goals, protection goals, and…

Low-risk patients who had a previous C-section birth at a predominantly Black hospital (BSH) are more likely to attempt and have a successful vaginal delivery in their next pregnancy than those at a hospital with few Black patients, a new UCLA-led study finds. Still, the researchers found that regardless of hospital type, black patients were less likely than white patients to have a successful vaginal birth after cesarean section (VBAC). Black women in the United States have higher rates of C-section births and already face much higher rates of severe pregnancy complications and mortality. Our findings show that where…

Treating breast cancer that has started to spread throughout the body with targeted radiotherapy may help patients live longer without the cancer getting worse, according to results from a small randomized controlled trial presented at the European Society of Radiation Therapy Oncology Congress (ESTRO 2026).Once cancer begins to spread within the body (metastasize), it is generally difficult to treat and survival rates are low. The new study focuses on patients with oligometastatic breast cancer. This means that several small secondary tumors have broken away from the main tumor and started growing elsewhere in the body.The researchers treated each small metastasis…

Two doses of high-dose radiotherapy for prostate cancer produce no additional side effects compared to the standard five doses, according to results presented at the European Society of Radiotherapy and Oncology Congress (ESTRO 2026). Experts say this study brings us one step closer to safe and effective radiation therapy in just two outpatient visits. The Hermes study, one of the first to randomly allocate patients to either two or five radiotherapy sessions, was presented by Dr Sian Cooper, a clinical research fellow at the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust and the Institute of Cancer Research in London, UK. Radiation…

Going without eating for a few days doesn’t just make your body burn fat. Research published in natural metabolism We have shown that long-term fasting causes a wide range of biological changes throughout the body, including changes related to the brain, metabolism, and immune system. Scientists have found that many of the most significant effects are not immediate. Instead, after about three days without food, the body seemed to enter a very different biological state. The findings provide one of the clearest pictures yet of how long-term fasting affects the human body at a molecular level. Researchers say this study…

New research published in Sexual medicine journal provides evidence that repeatedly engaging in structured sexual fantasies can improve a person’s sexual well-being and sexual desire. Researchers found that writing about erotic scenarios several times a week tended to reduce sexual pain and performance worries, and increase overall sexual pleasure. These findings suggest that simple cognitive exercises performed at home may serve as an effective tool to enhance relationship intimacy and individual sexual health. Human sexual function largely depends on where people focus their attention. Attention controls how individuals perceive and process sexual information in their environment. People can pay attention…

Common environmental chemicals can affect birth weight and placental function, a new study published in 2012 found. environmental science and technology It is led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a center supported by the “la Caixa” foundation. This study, conducted within the Barcelona Life Study Cohort (BiSC), highlights the importance of considering real-life exposures to complex chemical mixtures and highlights the role of angiogenic biomarkers in the association of these exposures with fetal development. Understand how everyday chemicals affect pregnancy Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are ubiquitous in everyday life, including food, water, personal care products, and the…

Watermelon has long been a summer favorite, but research shows this refreshing fruit may have benefits far beyond hydration. Research published in nutrients It turns out that people who regularly eat watermelon tend to have a healthier overall diet and may also improve heart and blood vessel function. Researchers say watermelon contains an impressive combination of nutrients, antioxidants, and natural compounds related to cardiovascular and metabolic health. Its high water content and low calories make it easy to add fruit to your diet. Watermelon is associated with improved diet quality One study looked at data from the National Health and…