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Telescoping is the common practice of females first using or drinking lower quantities than males, but then rapidly accelerating to larger amounts. For decades researchers have tried to explain why this occurs. Previously, researchers focused on social explanations that may factor into the situation. Recently, however, studies have pointed to a hormonal aspect of telescoping.
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When the brain experiences trauma, it creates a domino-like effect. The amygdala sends out signals of distress to the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus activates the sympathetic nervous system, starts the pituitary gland, and shuts down any nonessential functions. The pituitary notifies the adrenal glands. Adrenaline and cortisol are released into the bloodstream. The combination of all
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The illusory truth effect says that the more times you hear something, the more likely you will believe it. Many of us hold negative beliefs about ourselves due to this kind of repetitive messaging. Societal stigmas around substance use disorder (SUD) only make this a more prevalent issue when seeking treatment. However, as much as
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Telescoping is the common practice of females first using or drinking lower quantities than males, but then rapidly accelerating to larger amounts. For decades researchers have tried to explain why this occurs. Previously, researchers focused…
When the brain experiences trauma, it creates a domino-like effect. The amygdala sends out signals of distress to the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus activates the sympathetic nervous system, starts the pituitary gland, and shuts down any…
The illusory truth effect says that the more times you hear something, the more likely you will believe it. Many of us hold negative beliefs about ourselves due to this kind of repetitive messaging. Societal…
