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Psychedelics May “Switch On The Mind’s Eye” In People With Aphantasia – But What Are The Risks?Psychedelic colorful eyePsychedelics May “Switch On The Mind’s Eye” In People With Aphantasia – But What Are The Risks?Psychedelic colorful eye

Psychedelics May “Switch On The Mind’s Eye” In People With Aphantasia – But What Are The Risks?

Boosting mental imagery could lead to more intrusive thoughts or flashbacks, researchers warn.

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Why Do We Feel Pain? Palliative Expert Dr BJ Miller And Chris Hemsworth Explore The Science Of Pain

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Why Do Some People Talk In Their Sleep?

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ChatGPT Poisoned A Guy Into Psychosis, Case Study ShowsThere's been a lot of anecdotal evidence but now there's some actual scientific literature on it.
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ChatGPT Poisoned A Guy Into Psychosis, Case Study Shows

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Why Do Arms And Legs "Fall Asleep"?

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