High blood pressure, brain changes, and cognition
A recent international study has identified nine areas of the brain that may be damaged by high blood pressure, leading to cognit...
Sounds like Science Fiction: “biocomputers” may be in our future
Even with all the advances in computing and artificial intelligence, the human brain can still outperform computers in many ways....
What Types of ADHD Drugs Are Nonstimulant?
When it comes to addressing Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children, the primary course of action often invol...
Supporting neurodiverse students
A new school year offers an exciting fresh start, but it can also bring new challenges for children who are neurodiverse — that i...
Sigh…
We’re often told to “just breathe” when particularly exasperated, stressed, or sorrowful. But what kind of breathing is most help...
From Dream to Reality
If a person starts to “act out” their dreams—such as moving their legs in bed while they’re running in a dream—it could indicate ...
Does my “learning style” determine how I best learn?
There is no such thing as “learning styles.” The notion that some people are better at learning new material when it is presented...
Why You Love Your Sports Team
Have you heard of parasocial relationships? In essence, they are one-sided relationships, where a person feels emotionally invest...
Mental health on high heat
It’s well established that extreme heat affects brain function and mental health for the worse, with hotter days showing higher r...