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Some people are easily addicted to drugs, but others are not

Korea Brain Research Institute (KBRI, President Pann Ghill Suh) announced on May 26 that a joint research team, led by Prof. Joung-Hun Kim and Dr. Joo Han Lee at the Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), Dr. Ja Wook Koo at the KBRI, and Prof. Eric Nestler at the…

8 of the best meditation apps

Meditation apps can be a simple and easy way to start a meditation practice. A good meditation app can also help people stick to a routine. Consistent meditation may help reduce stress and even improve certain health conditions. There is a wide selection of meditation apps available. Here, we look…

Resources for LGBTQIA+ children, adolescents and young adults living in non-affirming environments

Div. 44 has complied the resources below to assist LGBTQIA+ youth who may be sheltering in place in non-affirming environments during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you would like to add a resource to this page, please email the Div. 44 president. Queer resources The resources below provide an overview of the…

Privacy versus public health

The COVID-19 global pandemic has raised many issues at the intersection of law and psychology. One that is becoming a focus of debate is the tension between privacy and public health. Already, companies are using aggregate smartphone location data to assess whether residents are following stay-at-home orders. In some countries,…

What are the effects and side effects of CBD oil?

Cannabidiol (CBD) oil and other CBD products have become increasingly popular with consumers looking for an alternative treatment for a range of ailments, conditions, and diseases. Cannabis plants contain a group of substances called cannabinoids. Although there are more than 100 cannabinoids, the two most studied cannabinoids are tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)…