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Neuroscience Studies Reveal Brain Mechanisms Behind Anxiety and Compulsive Behavior

Jun 17, 2026

Two neuroscience studies reveal brain mechanisms behind anxiety and compulsive behavior. One found restoring balance in an amygdala circuit reversed anxiety in mice, while another showed inflammation in the striatum makes behavior more deliberate.

Single Doses of Psychedelics Show Lasting Relief for OCD and Anxiety in Clinical Trials

Mar 06, 2026

New clinical trials show single doses of psilocybin and LSD produce significant, lasting reductions in OCD and generalized anxiety disorder symptoms for up to 12 weeks, marking a potential shift from daily medication regimens.