The most important organ in your body—your brain—needs workouts and attention to keep it healthy; learning new subjects, tackling new challenges, and engaging in new experiences are excellent ways to exercise you brain. (more…)
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Author: Wendy Hooker
Breathing Modulates Brain Activity and Mental Function
The rhythm of breathing co-ordinates electrical activity across a network of brain regions associated with smell, memory, and emotions, and can enhance their functioning, according to a new study by researchers at Northwestern University. (more…)
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Afternoon Naps Could Improve Cognitive Function
Research suggests that an hour long nap after lunch could help boost memory in older adults. As we age, our cognitive functioning gradually declines, meaning that we start having problems recalling names, learning new things, or (more…)
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Bipolar Disorder and The Power of Pets
Pets are a big responsibility in a lot of cases, but they can also really enrich our lives. There is some evidence to show that people who have pets may live longer, be happier, and less lonely. Just petting a cat or a dog can actually (more…)
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When to Consider a Mental Health Screening for Seniors
The two most under-diagnosed and under-treated mental illnesses among the elderly population are depression and anxiety. There are particular signs and symptoms of these disorders that are important to monitor (more…)
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Managing Your Mental Health as an Entrepreneur
Mental health, if not addressed, can have debilitating side effects—some of which may be detrimental to your business.
When people talk about entrepreneurship, most of the discussions revolve around the sense of (more…)
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Our Brains Are Guided More By Empathy Than Selfishness
As the year winds to a close, gifts and giving are foremost in many people’s minds. And now, two new neuroscience studies suggest that our brains prompt us to act more like Santa than Scrooge. (more…)
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Social Determinants of Health: Education
The conditions in which you live, learn, and work can affect your health. Factors such as housing, income, and education can influence your lifelong well-being. (more…)
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Social Determinants of Health: Income
The conditions in which you live, learn, and work can affect your health. Factors such as housing, income, and education can influence your lifelong well-being. (more…)
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Social Determinants of Health: Housing
The conditions in which you live, learn, and work can affect your health. Factors such as housing, income, and education can influence your lifelong well-being. (more…)
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