It's no surprise that psychedelic drugs such as LSD and ecstasy alter brain function, leading to the drugs' "trippy" effects and possible hallucinations. But now, researchers have shown that these ...

Blissed-out festival-goers strewn across the grass or dancing by the speakers are hallmarks of mass gatherings, from Bonnaroo to Lollapalooza. In a new study, scientists studied this especially chill ...

The anxious brain is a watchman on steroids, wired to perceive danger at every turn. This extreme vigilance activates biological stress responses that exacerbate anxiety, creating a vicious loop.