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Jake Dickson

Jake holds a B.S. in Exercise Science from UNC Wilmington and began his career as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. In recent years, he’s moved behind the page as a writer and editor, contributing hundreds of articles and being featured as a subject matter expert. Today, Jake’s goal remains the same: to empower people to change their lives by bringing heady scientific topics down to ground level.

Finding Calm in a Stressed-Out World: Can Ketamine Help Your Anxiety?

December 9, 2025 •Jake Dickson

When you’re suffering from a mental health disorder like anxiety or depression, it can easily feel like an uphill battle – even if you’re taking the...

The Role of Set and Setting in Psychedelic Therapy

December 5, 2025 •Jake Dickson

Taking psychedelics can be a transformative experience. The quality of those experiences depends on several factors, some of which occur long before...

Does Psychedelic Use Improve Physical Health? Study Explains

November 28, 2025 •Jake Dickson

Here’s the deal: Psychedelic use is on the rise. Scientists have observed a “resurgent interest” in psychedelics as a holistic form of treatment for...

Psychedelic Harm Reduction: A Comprehensive Guide to Safer, More Informed Experiences

November 8, 2025 •Jake Dickson

Psychedelic use is on the rise. Recent data points to a substantial increase in both curiosity about and experience with substances that alter the...

Psilocybin and Caffeine: What Happens When You Mix Magic Mushrooms and Coffee?

October 31, 2025 •Jake Dickson

Psilocybin, which you probably know as magic mushrooms, is growing more popular by the year. In 2024, authors Yang et al. (1) published a report in...

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