Health and Psychology
Human body and mind: medicine, mental health, neuroscience, ADHD, and everyday psychology.
#3705: What Your Sexual Fantasies Actually Mean
The data on common fantasies is genuinely surprising — and reveals how fantasy functions as an amplifier, not a substitute.
#3704: Can Pornography Ever Be Regulated Fairly?
The labor conditions behind adult films and whether real regulation is possible — or just a fantasy.
#3702: The Silent Side Effect of SSRIs
60% of patients on SSRIs experience sexual dysfunction. We break down the why and what to do.
#3701: Constant Bile Drip: Is It Harmful After Gallbladder Removal?
Does constant bile exposure after cholecystectomy cause chronic inflammation? We examine the evidence.
#3700: Splitting Vyvanse for a Smoother Curve
Can you split a Vyvanse dose for better focus? We break down the pharmacokinetics of lisdexamfetamine and water titration.
#3699: Beyond Ox Bile: Post-Gallbladder Bloating Solutions
Bile acid binders, ginger, and strain-specific probiotics for post-cholecystectomy bloating — beyond the usual supplements.
#3697: How to Reclaim Your Social Life After Friend Inheritance
Feeling like a tenant in your partner’s social circle? Here’s what research says about building independent friendships.
#3696: N95 vs N99 vs SN98: Which Mask Actually Works?
N95, N99, and SN-98 masks compared — what the ratings really mean, how fit matters more than numbers, and when to switch to a respirator.
#3695: Ox Bile vs Enzymes After Gallbladder Removal
Which supplement actually helps fat digestion after gallbladder removal? The mechanism matters more than you think.
#3690: What SERE Training Actually Teaches You
Beyond Bear Grylls: the real military survival framework and what civilians should actually learn.
#3687: How Curiosity Shapes Specialists and Generalists
Why some brains crave novelty while others seek depth—and how both types fit together in society.
#3686: How to Spot a Gas Building Before You Buy or Rent
Spotting gas infrastructure in Israeli apartment buildings is harder than you think. Here's what to look for.
#3678: Is Gas in Our Homes a Needless Risk?
A near-fatal gas explosion in Jerusalem raises hard questions about the safety of gas in our homes and apartments.
#3675: Leaky Gut: Real Biology vs. Internet Hype
Separating the clinical reality of intestinal permeability from the wellness industry's universal explanation.
#3674: Why Is Trump's Skin Orange? The Evidence
A deep dive into the chemistry of spray tans, periorbital sparing, and the most likely explanation for the signature hue.
#3670: CBRN Masks vs. Chemical Treaties: The Reality
The difference between a CBRN mask and a chemical mask, and why the global ban on chemical weapons has enforcement gaps.
#3662: Why UV Mosquito Traps Fail (And What Works)
UV traps mostly catch harmless bugs. Here’s what actually stops mosquitoes without harming your lungs.
#3654: Safety Glasses Over Prescription Frames: 3 Paths
The gap between what most people use and should use for eye protection is enormous. Here are three real paths.
#3652: When Baby Scratching Signals More Than Dry Skin
How to tell if your one-year-old’s scratching is normal exploration or a sign of evolving atopic dermatitis.
#3651: What Happened to the Baby Health Vault App?
A parent wants a secure way to store medical photos of their child. No app does this well.