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When most people think about hoarding, they picture homes filled with piles of belongings stacked from floor to ceiling. Television shows and sensational headlines have reinforced this image.

In 2026, the Brain & Behavior Research Foundation awarded Distinguished Investigator Grants valued at $1 million to 10 senior-level scientists who are conducting groundbreaking research in neurobiological and behavioral science.

In today’s fast-paced world, caring for your mental health is essential. Just as we prioritize physical health with check-ups, exercise, and nutrition, our emotional and psychological well-being requires consistent attention.

BBRF-funded researchers search for ways of harnessing potentially therapeutic effects of psychedelic drugs while minimizing or eliminating hallucinations and other unwanted side effects.

Dr. Helen Blair Simpson, a renowned expert on #OCD, explains how clinical trials have clarified which treatments are most effective, and how research is trying to improve upon them.