Stories and Guides

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Altered Healing

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Human Journeys
My Experience at a Legal Psilocybin Therapy Retreat 

States of Mind's Senior Editor tells us what actually happens at a psychedelic therapy session.

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Altered Healing
Getting Access to Medical Cannabis in UK: Clinics Worth Knowing

A comprehensive look at UK medical cannabis clinics and how to choose the best legal…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Grischa Judanin

Expert Voices

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Expert Voices
8 Steps to Prevent Burnout. Research-Backed Tips From a Psychologist

Expert burnout prevention guide: strategies and daily routines to reduce stress, build resilience, and restore…

Written by: Anna Lindner
Expert Voices
The Quiet and Crucial Work of Trip Sitting

An interview with expert guide Steve Elfrink on the transformative power of helping others heal.

Written by: Jason Najum

Human Journeys

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Human Journeys
Recovering from Trauma & CPTSD: Turning Toward The Tiger

The story of facing one's past, working through trauma, and discovering healing.

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Human Journeys
Why I Left Television to Build a Mental Health App

Neil Smith discovered newfound meaning by leaving a successful career to fight the men's health…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer

Mental States

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Mental States
The Rise of ADHD: Awareness or Overdiagnosis?

ADHD diagnoses are on the rise. Are we overdiagnosing or simply more aware? The answer…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Elena Deliu
Mental States
What Is Self-Sabotaging?

Why do we self-sabotage? Understand the meaning, why it happens in your career and relationships,…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt

Practices

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Practices
How to Beat Burnout Without Quitting Your Job

Burnout develops when a person becomes physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausted over time as a…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
Practices
What’s the Difference Between Health and Wellness?

These two words are often used interchangeably, but there are some significant distinctions. Here’s what…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Anna Steinzeig

Scientific Research

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Scientific Research
Can Low Iron Cause Depression?

Discover the link between iron deficiency (anemia) and depression, including symptoms, causes, and treatment options.

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Anna Steinzeig
Scientific Research
The Silent Side Effect: How Antidepressants Affect Sexuality

Antidepressants can save lives, but they may also kill libido and intimacy. How high are…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt

Technology

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Technology
FemTech is Advancing Women’s Health, But There’s Still Work To Be Done

From hormone tests to AI-powered apps, healthcare options are improving. States of Mind takes a…

Written by: Stephanie Price
Technology
Safely Facing Your Fears: The VR Revolution in Anxiety and Phobia Therapy

What if the key to conquering anxiety was just a VR headset away?

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya

Trends & Breakthroughs

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Trends & Breakthroughs
What is Psychedelic Integration Therapy?

Psychedelic-assisted therapy is gaining traction as a potential innovation in mental health treatment. Research suggests…

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer
Trends & Breakthroughs
Can Magic Mushrooms Make You Live Longer? Psilocybin Studied For Longevity

Psychedelic fountain of youth? New research suggests that psilocybin could dramatically delay aging.

Expert-Reviewed by: Christian Snuffer

Trends & Signals

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Trends & Signals
Why Holidays Can Be Difficult With People With Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Occasions like holidays and birthdays typically bring to mind joy, laughter, and quality time with…

Expert-Reviewed by: Arielle Tandowski
Altered Healing
Inside an Integrative Therapy Session: How Talk Therapy, the Body, and the Nervous System Intersect

Integrative therapy can support emotional processing and lasting healing.

Expert-Reviewed by: Laurin Angermeier

Check Your Mental State

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