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In this episode, we discuss the use of psilocybin as a potential drug for treating depression. In November of 2020 an article was published regarding the results of a study on shrooms and the relationship to depression. The results could change the future of mental health treatment options. 

https://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/drugfacts/hallucinogens

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3181663/pdf/DialoguesClinNeurosci-3-265.pdf

https://www.pnas.org/content/pnas/109/6/1820.full.pdf

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/dopamine

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4231020/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4471964/

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0028390818300753

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In this episode we discuss the world's third largest risk factor for disease: Alcoholism. We then dive into how humans process alcohol, the negative effects it can have, and lastly we ask the question- does alcohol have health benefits? 

If you or a loved one struggles with an alcohol addiction, you can find sources for help below. 

1. https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v20/i40/14652.htm
2. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/alcohol-facts-and-statistics
3. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21497739/
4. https://www.addictioncenter.com/alcohol/liver/
5. https://vertavahealth.com/alcohol/related-diseases-disorders/
6. https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/alcohol/art-20044551
7. https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/news/20091118/alcohol-may-reduce-mens-heart-risk#2
8. https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/alcohol-use.htm
9. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline
10. https://www.alcohol.org/treatment/hotline/

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In this Episode, we start by taking a look at bacteria. It is important to understand what classifies as a bacteria and how they grow and reproduce. Additionally, we talk about antibiotics and how abuse or misuse of the drugs could lead to what is called a Superbug! What’s a superbug? You’ll have to listen to find out!

1. https://www.drugs.com
2. https://www.modernhealthcare.com/article/20160526/NEWS/160529919/mutated-superbug-detected-in-u-s-raises-fear-of-end-of-the-road-for-antibiotics
3. https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/4100/text
4. https://undark.org/2020/05/28/dont-stay-germaphobic/
5. https://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/view/disarm-act-proposes-new-strategies-fight-growing-threat-antibiotic-resistance

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Atoms make up all of the known matter in the world. The word atom is derived from the word greek word atomos, which means uncuttable. That is a terrible ironic derivation of the word because the cutting or splitting of atoms is so iconic in world history. In this episode we go over what an atom is an the role this science played in our history. 


Sources:

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atom#History_of_atomic_theory
• www.un.org
• www.nti.org
• www.world-nuclear.org

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In this episode, we discuss the importance of the scientific method. In other word, we go over how to science. I feel this is a good place to start so we are on the same page for every episode going forward. 


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