Psychedelic Therapy: Unlocking an Alternative Path to Treating Depression
February 15, 2023
By Ryan Duffy, 4th Year Neuroscience MSci Psychedelics are type of illicit drug that known to trigger alter states of consciousness, and the user may experience “trips”. In 1973, psychedelic substances were placed as a schedule 1 substance, meaning that the intriguing nature of psychedelics could not be explored by scientists as they were deemed …
How anxiety may impact our future health
January 21, 2021
Written by Emma Gow, 3rd Year Neuroscience BSc Anxiety is a relatively common disorder that normally affects around 5% of people in the UK [1], which appears to have increased due to the introduction of a national lockdown during the current COVID-19 pandemic [2]. These circumstances present us with the challenge of ensuring that we …
How exercise can help overcome stress
April 1, 2019
Written by Lucy Tyler According to mental health charity Mind, it is estimated that there will be approximately 2 million more adults experiencing poor mental health by 2030, compared to 2013 in the UK1. According to the Mental Health Foundation, around 45% of adults in the UK report having poor mental health and medication …
