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MIND EXPANDING RESEARCH
The future of psychedelic science
From treating depression to understanding consciousness, the promise of psychedelics is shifting their study from fringe to frontier neuroscience.
Stories tagged with 'mental health'
Supporting wellbeing
Mental Health Awareness Week 10-16 May
Imperial is hosting various virtual activities for staff and students to help support our community
Antidepressant Potential
Magic mushroom compound performs as well as antidepressant in small study
Psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, may be at least as effective as a leading antidepressant medication in a therapeutic setting.
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Youth mental health
30% of young people had poor mental health during first UK lockdown - new study
Almost a third of young people in the UK experienced poor mental health during the first COVID-19 lockdown, according to new research.
News in brief
Saturn waves and depression link: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
COVID-19 PTSD
COVID-19 patient survey highlights prevalence of PTSD symptoms
More than one-third of COVID-19 patients put on a ventilator experience symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
A Green Future
7 optimistic environmental stories from this year
This year, we saw large strides in combating one of the greatest issues of our time – climate change.
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Hear me out
Podcast: Pandemic mental health, hidden strengths and severe morning sickness
In this edition: Exploring pandemic mental health, comparing spaceflight and frontline NHS work, and linking severe morning sickness with depression.
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Mental Health Check
Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on teen mental health
An Imperial-led project is set to explore the impact the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health and wellbeing of adolescents in the UK.
Exhibition Road Fantasies
Imperial scientists inspire artistic re-imaginings of ‘Albertopolis'
The Imperial led Great Exhibition Road Festival, and Kensington & Chelsea Art Week have launched a new exhibition to mark World Mental Health Day
