A handful of small placebo-controlled trials of microdosing LSD have found no lasting effects on creativity or cognition, but a single study showed improved vigor and elation in people with mild depression. Researchers like Harriet de Wit and Balazs Szigeti are exploring the potential of microdosing for severe depression and cancer patients, while cautioning that long-term effects have not been studied and unregulated products can be harmful. The Fireside Project offers phone support for those experiencing psychedelic effects, including microdosing advocates who report personal benefits from the practice.
https://apnews.com/article/microdosing-lsd-mushrooms-psychedelic-psilocybin-390c99ba54ef9d75727f39e2ec78fb34The Businessabc AI Global Summit will bring together over 50 global keynote and panel speakers and a network of 300+ universities to discuss the future of Artificial Intelligence. Hosted by Dinis Guarda, the summit aims to establish an "Magna Carta for AI" that prioritizes ethics, creativity, and collective responsibility. Supported by Baroness Sandip Verma, the event seeks to foster collaboration between governments, corporations, academia, and civil society to create a human-centric AI future that can unite voices across the globe in serving humanity's greater good.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/businessabc-ai-global-summit-london-attracts-50-global-speakers-and-governments-reaches-1-million-students-from-200-universities-and-discusses-growth--trust-in-ai-302431974.htmlResearchers analyzed over 136 studies involving 400,000 adults with an average six-year follow-up data, concluding that digital technology use correlates with a 58% lower risk of cognitive impairment. Experts warn that America's seniors are vulnerable to digital threats. A contributing factor may be the frustration older adults experience when interacting with technology, as stated by Scullin.
https://www.foxnews.com/health/smartphone-use-could-reduce-dementia-risk-older-adults-study-findsResearchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, led by doctoral student Jason R. Smith, have found a potential link between interventions for sensory health in late life and cognitive health benefits. The study, which followed participants for up to eight years, used objective measures of hearing loss rather than relying on patients' self-reports, which tend to underestimate the extent of their hearing decline.
https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2025/04/17/large-scale-study-further-links-hearing-loss-dementia-elderly/2091744815817/Indonesia's Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto emphasized the importance of universities in frontier regions like Kupang, particularly those bordering other countries such as Timor University and Nusa Cendana University. He praised these institutions for their breakthroughs in improving local communities through various programs and initiatives. Yuliarto encouraged campuses to become centers for new economic growth, contributing to community welfare and the local government's development goals, aiming for an 8% economic growth rate with a focus on technology and national competitiveness.
https://en.antaranews.com/news/352085/minister-encourages-university-led-progress-in-indonesias-3t-regions?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=popular_rightA recent study suggests that moderate technology use may not be linked to cognitive decline, according to Dr. Christopher Anderson, a neurologist who was not involved in the research. The findings provide reassurance that balancing activities is key, and may even offer some protection against negative effects of excessive screen time.
https://nypost.com/2025/04/17/health/study-digital-tech-use-lowers-risk-of-brain-decline-by-42/RFK Jr has sparked controversy over his claims that industries are profiting from environmental toxins driving autism diagnoses, a stance reminiscent of his vaccine skepticism. Critics, including scientists and autism advocates, have labeled his position as harmful and misleading. In contrast, mainstream research attributes autism to genetics and multiple contributing factors. A recent CDC report found the number of US children with autism rose to 1 in 31 in 2022, up from 1 in 36 in 2020 and 1 in 56 in 2016.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/mlb/article-14623595/latroy-hawkins-patrick-mahomes-rfk-jr-autism.htmlExperts stress the importance of recognizing red flag behaviors in adults with children, such as inappropriate touching or tickling, to prevent child sexual abuse before it happens. According to Young, only 2% of reported cases are false, and it's crucial to trust your instincts and believe a child who discloses abuse. In such situations, remaining calm, assuring the child they're not to blame, and letting them tell their story without questioning is key. Trained professionals should conduct forensic interviews, and promises should be avoided to maintain trust. If a child reports abuse, contacting the Department of Family Protective Services hotline or 9-1-1 in an emergency can help.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/community_news/advocacy-coordinator-offers-tips-to-help-adults-prevent-child-abuse/article_0449f934-fd43-4fcd-a090-6f32acc253eb.htmlBreaking free from hidden sugar addiction isn't about punishment—it's about nourishment. Many people don't even know they're addicted to sugar, according to Dr. Simrat Kathuria, a celebrity dietitian and wellness coach with over 16 years of experience.
https://www.news18.com/lifestyle/health-and-fitness/sugar-addiction-the-hidden-epidemic-and-how-to-break-free-9303515.html