Why Cannabis Could Benefit the Middle-Aged Brain

Gary Wenk Ph.D. on November 11, 2022 in Your Brain on Food

A recent study identified the benefits of long-term cannabis use on cognitive function in middle-aged and older humans.

A recent study identified the benefits of long-term cannabis use on cognitive function in middle-aged and older humans.

Cultural Differences in Understanding Alzheimer's Disease

Monk Prayogshala Research Institution on November 10, 2022 in Non-WEIRD Science

Culture and race are essential determinants in the conceptualization, assessment, and management of Alzheimer's disease. However, more awareness about it is needed.

Culture and race are essential determinants in the conceptualization, assessment, and management of Alzheimer's disease. However, more awareness about it is needed.

Job Insecurity Is Toxic to Health

Stephen Gallagher Ph.D. on November 10, 2022 in Stress: Getting Under Our Skin

Do you worry about your job security? Are you on a short-term contract? If so, then these may be having an additional toll on your body!

Do you worry about your job security? Are you on a short-term contract? If so, then these may be having an additional toll on your body!

The Cure for Parkinson’s May Be Hiding in the Gut

Burcin Ikiz Ph.D. on November 9, 2022 in Connecting Neurons

There are currently no cures for diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's but recent research suggests the gut may provide new therapies.

There are currently no cures for diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's but recent research suggests the gut may provide new therapies.

How to Get Unstuck From the Stories That Trap You

Beth Kurland Ph.D. on November 8, 2022 in The Well-Being Toolkit

Feeling anxious, angry, down, or stuck? There may be more going on under the surface than you realize. Understanding the role your nervous system plays can change everything.

Feeling anxious, angry, down, or stuck? There may be more going on under the surface than you realize. Understanding the role your nervous system plays can change everything.

New Trends in Brain Computer Interfaces (BCIs)

Cami Rosso on November 7, 2022 in The Future Brain

New types of BCIs are rapidly emerging due to the combined power of AI software and hardware innovation in the neurotechnology.

New types of BCIs are rapidly emerging due to the combined power of AI software and hardware innovation in the neurotechnology.

What Are Your Emotional Hot Buttons?

Jim Taylor Ph.D. on November 7, 2022 in The Power of Prime

Your reaction to having your hot buttons pushed is powerful, immediate, visceral, and very difficult to resist. But there's a better way.

Your reaction to having your hot buttons pushed is powerful, immediate, visceral, and very difficult to resist. But there's a better way.

A Surprising Way to Fight Political Hatred and Violence

Eric Haseltine Ph.D. on November 7, 2022 in Long Fuse, Big Bang

The science of optical illusions could help change unchangeable animosities.

The science of optical illusions could help change unchangeable animosities.

Worshiping the Brain While Neglecting the Body

Thomas R. Verny M.D. on November 6, 2022 in Explorations of the Mind

Consider the health consequences.

Consider the health consequences.

The Health Risks of a Dysregulated Nervous System

Annie Tanasugarn Ph.D., CCTSA on November 5, 2022 in Understanding PTSD

Long after a traumatic event has passed, a person’s nervous system can be reactivated whenever they perceive danger, whether or not danger is present.

Long after a traumatic event has passed, a person’s nervous system can be reactivated whenever they perceive danger, whether or not danger is present.

The Best Breakfast for Your Brain

Austin Perlmutter M.D. on November 4, 2022 in The Modern Brain

What are the best strategies for a brain-healthy breakfast? Hint: Skip the cereal.

What are the best strategies for a brain-healthy breakfast? Hint: Skip the cereal.

One Way the Brain Gets Flooded With Too Much Dopamine

Christopher Bergland on November 4, 2022 in The Athlete's Way

New research identifies previously unknown genetic mechanisms that disrupt the brain's ability to regulate the flow of dopamine.

New research identifies previously unknown genetic mechanisms that disrupt the brain's ability to regulate the flow of dopamine.

Learning May Be the Key to the Evolution of Consciousness

Ralph Lewis M.D. on November 3, 2022 in Finding Purpose

The capacity for an open-ended form of associative learning may be a marker for consciousness in animals and may have driven the evolution of consciousness.

The capacity for an open-ended form of associative learning may be a marker for consciousness in animals and may have driven the evolution of consciousness.

Why Sexual Exploitation by a Teacher Is So Intensely Damaging

Jennifer Fraser Ph.D. on November 2, 2022 in The Bullied Brain

All adults need to take a moment to learn just how damaging it can be for child victims to be sexually exploited by a teacher.

All adults need to take a moment to learn just how damaging it can be for child victims to be sexually exploited by a teacher.

Is Equine Attachment Real?

Janet L. Jones Ph.D. on November 2, 2022 in Horse Brain, Human Brain

Personal Perspective: When my horse's behavior suggests that he missed me while I was away, is that assumption correct on my part?

Personal Perspective: When my horse's behavior suggests that he missed me while I was away, is that assumption correct on my part?

Mental Health, Sleep, and Circadian Rhythms

The Mental Health Innovation Group on November 1, 2022 in Pathways of Progress

The genetics of circadian rhythms in sleep and mental illness are under intense investigation.

The genetics of circadian rhythms in sleep and mental illness are under intense investigation.

Why Consciousness Research Should Be Conducted by Romantics

Marc Wittmann Ph.D. on November 1, 2022 in Sense of Time

The romantics saw science and poetry as an integrated whole. Consciousness is a mystery that necessitates such a romantic approach.

The romantics saw science and poetry as an integrated whole. Consciousness is a mystery that necessitates such a romantic approach.

Are Two Senses Better Than One?

Nicolas Davidenko Ph.D. on October 31, 2022 in Illusions, Delusions, and Reality

Many of us are used to multitasking (for example, listening to a podcast while driving). A new study reveals that in certain situations, sounds can impair visual processing.

Many of us are used to multitasking (for example, listening to a podcast while driving). A new study reveals that in certain situations, sounds can impair visual processing.

ADHD: Bottom-Up Triggers of Social Anxiety

Kerry Chillemi Prof Doc Psych on October 31, 2022 in Functional Legacy Mindset

Treating social anxiety with a neuro-biologically informed approach of engaging the safety system of the brain and tuning into your neuro-biological needs.

Treating social anxiety with a neuro-biologically informed approach of engaging the safety system of the brain and tuning into your neuro-biological needs.

Can We Use qEEG and Neurostimulation for COVID-19?

Shireen Jeejeebhoy on October 31, 2022 in Concussion Is Brain Injury

qEEG and neurostimulation have improved the lives of people with brain injury. It's time to study it for the treatment of people living with long COVID.

qEEG and neurostimulation have improved the lives of people with brain injury. It's time to study it for the treatment of people living with long COVID.

Kindness and Compassion Are Good for Your Brain

Barbara Koltuska-Haskin, Ph.D. on October 28, 2022 in How My Brain Works

Research shows that practicing kindness and compassion makes positive changes in our brains.

Research shows that practicing kindness and compassion makes positive changes in our brains.

Putting a Price Tag on Children's Play

Maithri Sivaraman, Ph.D., and Tricia Striano Skoler Ph.D. on October 27, 2022 in Smart Families

The power of play: Playrooms and outdoor space.

The power of play: Playrooms and outdoor space.

Two Kinds of Unconscious Processes

Ezequiel Morsella Ph.D. on October 26, 2022 in Consciousness and the Brain

There are many kinds of unconscious processes in the brain. Which are the first two that one should identify?

There are many kinds of unconscious processes in the brain. Which are the first two that one should identify?

Struggling With Brain Fog

Jennifer Henderson Ph.D. on October 25, 2022 in Coping With Long COVID

Frustrated by long-haul COVID's brain fog? You're not alone, and there are ways to ease the difficulty of living with brain fog.

Frustrated by long-haul COVID's brain fog? You're not alone, and there are ways to ease the difficulty of living with brain fog.

Daydreaming Helps the Brain Pick Up Faint Whispers of Memory

Christopher Bergland on October 25, 2022 in The Athlete's Way

New research suggests that "quiet wakefulness" during daydreams reduces brain noise and makes whispers of memory easier for the cortex to hear.

New research suggests that "quiet wakefulness" during daydreams reduces brain noise and makes whispers of memory easier for the cortex to hear.

Navigating Workplace Psychosocial Hazards

Michelle McQuaid Ph.D. on October 24, 2022 in From Functioning to Flourishing

How are Australian leaders tackling their new responsibilities to protect their teams from psychosocial risks?

How are Australian leaders tackling their new responsibilities to protect their teams from psychosocial risks?

Helping Young People Achieve Peak Performance

Pamela Cantor M.D. on October 24, 2022 in All Kids Thriving

What can Serena Williams or Aaron Judge teach us about peak performance?

What can Serena Williams or Aaron Judge teach us about peak performance?

Why Does Polarization Happen?

George Michelsen Foy on October 24, 2022 in Shut Up and Listen!

How our brain is structured contributes to political polarization.

How our brain is structured contributes to political polarization.

Life After Workplace Bullying

Jennifer Fraser Ph.D. on October 24, 2022 in The Bullied Brain

Have you been bullied in the workplace? Do you continue to struggle? Learn strategies to regain your health and happiness.

Have you been bullied in the workplace? Do you continue to struggle? Learn strategies to regain your health and happiness.

Pain Brings Out Our Mean Streak

Hal McDonald Ph.D. on October 24, 2022 in Time Travelling with Apollo

Physical pain can increase our aggression. A recent study explains why.

Physical pain can increase our aggression. A recent study explains why.