Chemical Exorcism

There has been a lot of praise for psychedelic and dissociative antidepressant treatments as they seem to work by inducing … Continue reading Chemical Exorcism

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Infectious Loss of Sense

Upon the coronavirus’ descent on humankind, some have noted fears of losing neurological function (evidence of this is emerging now), … Continue reading Infectious Loss of Sense

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Cognitive Atomization

When we reach the atomized state of consciousness, perception takes on a high-definition, ultra-massive appearance, as if the space between … Continue reading Cognitive Atomization

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Junky Mind

There is a new 2020 study published in The Royal Society Publishing that explored the impact of a western diet … Continue reading Junky Mind

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Delusion

We often view delusion as a manifestation of an intoxication state, endogenous or otherwise. This is something worth critical analysis. … Continue reading Delusion

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Illusory Bugs

After a year of consuming cannabis frequently I started to experience an effect known as formication. This is a sensation … Continue reading Illusory Bugs

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Dynorphin Theory

This is the landing page for the dynorphin hypothesis of schizophrenia. Schizophrenia appears to be a condition of extreme stress … Continue reading Dynorphin Theory

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Trauma Traps

This article will explore the connection between openness to experience, trauma, and mental health problems. Trauma could limit one’s openness … Continue reading Trauma Traps

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Psychedelics and Schizophrenia

This is a topic I’ve been thinking long and hard about. We often hear rumors about psychedelics worsening schizophrenia or … Continue reading Psychedelics and Schizophrenia

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HypoCognition

There is a dynamic pattern of mechanisms that may help explain, at least partly, how Alzhiemer’s and Down’s syndrome may … Continue reading HypoCognition

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Adultification

Adults grow to become resistant of child-like behaviors and interests. We become traumatized by the adults who shame our child-like … Continue reading Adultification

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AdrenoPsychosis

UPDATE: I must state that this theory is highly speculative and the more I’m looking into it, I’m not so … Continue reading AdrenoPsychosis