Annie Lennon

About

Annie Lennon writes about various topics in psychology. Her writing has also appeared in Medical News Today, Psych Central, LabRoots, and other outlets. When she’s not writing, Annie is COO of Xeurix, an HR startup that uses gamified workplace simulations to assess candidates’ job fit.

Recent Posts

What Stops People from Experiencing Love?

A roundtable discussion with mental health researchers and practitioners.

How Does Love Work in Therapy?

A roundtable discussion with mental health researchers and practitioners.

How Does Ketamine Work Differently from Other Psychedelics?

The difference between ketamine and psychedelics, and when each is a possible first-line of treatment.

Why Can’t We Use the Word ‘Love’ in Psychedelic Research?

Just one peer-reviewed article relating to psychedelics includes the word ‘love’ in its title- and as a reference to a song. Why is this?

What Psychedelics Teach Us About Love in Psychotherapy

'Feelings of love' are among the most common experiences people report after taking psychedelics. But can psychedelics teach us anything about love in psychotherapy?

How Psychedelic Therapy is Entering the Mainstream

New treatment models aim to make psychedelics increasingly common.

How Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy with MDMA Works

Could MDMA-assisted psychotherapy solve the mental health crisis?

Do Psychedelic Worlds Really Exist?

People often report that their experiences on psychedelics feel ‘more real than real’. But are they?

Is Improving Cognitive Skills With Nootropics Cheating?

Is the use of brain drugs different from athletes’ use of performance-enhancing drugs?