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Scott Alexander is a psychiatrist on the West Coast who blogs about science, medicine, philosophy, politics, and futurism. His blog is one I’ve followed for a few years now, and I find it to be one of the best sources for dispassionate and well-informed takes on difficult subjects which do not admit to easy answers. His writing demonstrates how to approach questions in a way that improves the accuracy of our beliefs and the application of our values...

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Frequently Asked Questions About Drugs and Addiction

Is it normal to use drugs? We see the drive to alter consciousness across time and cultures. Every culture has norms and rituals for preparing and using psychoactive substances. As a Human Universal, it’s hard to say that altering consciousness is not normal behavior...

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Evidence Based Wellness Choices to Make Life Better
Evidence Based Wellness Choices to Make Life Better

To best understand the role of diet, exercise, and sleep, begin with a detailed journal. Using an app like MyFitnessPal is a quick way to start a food journal. Documenting is an excellent way to learn calorie and nutrition content and gain insight regarding what your choices really entail...

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What We Know About Preventing Adolescent Substance Abuse

There's a wealth of information available online about substance abuse. The results of massive, government-funded studies are available at places like SAMHSA.gov. The results of these studies are available for free, which makes my job a lot easier. The tricky part is interpreting the results...

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