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39. A Life-Changing Clinical Trial with Psychedelics | Vikki's Grateful Patient Story
April 19, 2023

A Life-Changing Clinical Trial with Psychedelics | Vikki’s Grateful Patient Story

by Anthony Effinger

Vikki was walking her dog and listening to NPR in Santa Monica one day, when she heard an advertisement for an unusual medical trial. Pacific Neuroscience Institute was studying whether psilocybin, the active compound in magic mushrooms, could help alcoholics kick their habit.

Move More Month 6 Exercise TIps to Improve Health
March 31, 2023

6 Exercise Tips for Move More Month

by Amelia Garrison

Being active is a great way to maintain our physical and mental health, but did you know that exercise can also improve neurodegenerative diseases and promote overall brain health? Discover tips for incorporating physical activity into your daily routine with experts from Pacific Neuroscience Institute (PNI) for Move More Month in April.

The Power of Neuroplasticity feature image for Pacific Neuroscience Institute
March 28, 2023

Neuroplasticity and Healthy Aging: What You Need to Know

by Brianna Rauchman

Explore the hidden power of neuroplasticity and how it can promote a healthy brain. Learn how lifestyle factors, like exercise and cognitive training, can enhance neuroplasticity, thus helping with stroke recovery and delaying age-related cognitive changes.

Cinnamon and cognitive health at Pacific Neuroscience Institute
March 23, 2023

Cinnamon’s Potential to Enhance Cognitive Health: Discover the Latest Research

by Brianna Rauchman

Unlock cinnamon’s unique ability to enhance cognitive health with Senior Lifestyle Coach, Molly Rapozo, MS, RDN, CD. Join Molly as she explores promising findings and future direction for brain health and cinnamon research.

Preserving memory as we age with lifestyle education at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute
February 16, 2023

Preserving Memory As We Age With Lifestyle Education

by Brianna Rauchman

Many people worry about mild cognitive changes and age-related memory loss. You can begin supporting your brain health early with courses at the Pacific Neuroscience Institute's Lifestyle Program.

Social Health: The Secret for a Healthy Brain
February 9, 2023

Social Health: Friends are the Secret to a Healthy Brain 

by Brianna Rauchman

Social health is an essential component to your cognitive wellness. Discover techniques to optimize your social health.

February 7, 2023

Vikki’s Path to Sobriety at the Treatment & Research In Psychedelics (TRIP) Program

by Amelia Garrison

After years of unsuccessful therapy, Vikki transformed her life for the better with psychedelic-assisted therapy at PNI's Pacific Treatment & Research In Psychedelics (TRIP). Learn more about her journey toward healing.

Tapping Mindfulness to Treat Memory Loss | Claudia Wong, FNP-BC
January 18, 2023

Tapping Mindfulness to Treat Memory Loss | Claudia Wong, FNP-BC

by Anthony Effinger

Claudia Wong is a family nurse practitioner specializing in memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. A few years ago, she trained to teach restorative yoga. After that, she went traveling, and the trip turned into a two-year journey into the contemplative arts. She did more yoga training in Bali, learned about healing with Tibetan singing bowls in India, and practiced meditation in Thailand. When she returned, she brought all those things back to use in her practice.

Melissa Coleman PNI Foundation VP builds up the neurosciences at Pacific Neuroscience Institute
January 10, 2023

PNI Foundation VP Melissa Coleman Builds Up the Neurosciences

by Amelia Garrison

With nearly two decades of nonprofit management and fundraising experience, Melissa B. Coleman, Esq, Vice President of the PNI Foundation (PNIF), is an expert at building programmatic research teams in support of neurosciences.

January 3, 2023

PNI Scientists Explore Using Psychedelics to Treat Alcohol, Drug Disorders

by Guest Author

Psilocybin and many other psychedelics are broadly prohibited under federal law. But US researchers at the PNI's Pacific Treatment & Research In Psychedelics (TRIP) program have been legally scrutinizing their use in a score of clinical trials.

Last updated: January 10th, 2023