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A new study shows that variability, not stability, is the path that most romantic relationships follow. A good relationship doesn’t have to be one that is always happy. It instead needs to be able to adapt flexibly to changing circumstances, to be better able to withstand the bad and enjoy the good.	365	science
Cannabinoid CBG reduces anxiety and stress without intoxication typically associated with whole plant cannabis in first human clinical trial. It may even have memory enhancing effects, finds new double-blind, placebo-controlled study. CBG significantly enhanced the ability to recall lists of words.	140	science
CBD shows promise in reducing PTSD symptoms by targeting brain inflammation - Cannabidiol, a compound derived from cannabis, can significantly reduce symptoms resembling post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in mice.	75	science
Psilocybin triggers “inner healing” mechanisms in depression patients, study suggests. The results showed that participants who received a high dose of psilocybin reported stronger feelings of inner healing compared to those who received a placebo.	61	science
Older adults with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer’s disease may benefit from fish oil supplements, finds new clinical trial. Those who took omega 3 fish oil supplements and carry the APOE4 gene associated with Alzheimer’s disease had a reduction in the breakdown of nerve cells in the brain.	52	science
Researchers developed a novel compound that effectively clears bacterial infections in mice, including those that can result in rare but potentially fatal “flesh-eating” illnesses. It could be the first of an entirely new class of antibiotics against antibiotic-resistant staph and strep infections.	51	science
Seaweed antioxidant restores motor function in Parkinson’s model - Ecklonia cava, a brown algae seaweed, is shown to have the ability to protect against neurodegeneration, in a new study using Parkinson’s disease model mice that were orally fed the antioxidants daily for one week.	18	science
Fathers less likely to see masculinity as fragile - New research suggests that fathers experience higher levels of sexual esteem and sexual depression, and are less likely to endorse the notion that masculinity is fragile and must be constantly maintained.	16	science
Despite improved treatments and widespread vaccination, COVID-19 infections are still linked with an increased risk of dying and longer hospital stays for people admitted to ICUs, even if they were in ICU for another reason, finds a new study in Australia and New Zealand.	6	science
A new study found significant associations between patterns of brain connectivity and borderline personality traits in adolescents and young adults, brain regions linked to emotion regulation and executive function. Findings suggest that BPD may have roots in brain development.	6	science

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