The Brain

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Our brains appear to store memories within “neuronal firing patterns” that repeat themselves within fractions of a second before we remember a past event or piece of information. Read More

Advice

4 habits that will train your brain to stop worrying Thomas Oppong

Worrying — we all do it from time to time. But how can you train your brain to stop the unnecessary worry? Try adopting these four habits. Read More

Health

Study says picking up a new hobby may save your brain later in life John Anderer

Spicing up one’s life with a variety of hobbies and different ventures will help maintain a sharp mind and clear cognitive functioning into old age, according to researchers. Read More

Health

Scientists say this is the key to making fewer mistakes at work Kyle Schnitzer

There are many ways meditation has found its way into the workplace. It’s been found to improve your work ethic in the office and can even be done while commuting to work. Read More

How To

Want to memorize and truly understand something new? Test yourself John Anderer

There’s a big difference, however, between simple memorization of information and a true understanding of a topic complete with the ability to make inferences on said subject matter. Read More

Health

5 habits of happy brains Thomas Oppong

The human brain is a complex, beautiful thing. If you’re looking to have a happier, healthier life, look into the 5 habits of happy brains. Read More

Health

New study uncovers the neurology behind how kind and generous you are CW Headley

Not unlike the thesis recently motioned by the journal Scientific Reports back in January the core elements of empathetic behaviors are authored by biological predispositions as opposed to some conditioned moral absolute. Read More

Health

How to improve your work performance using brain science Helen ONeil

Dr. Amen’s work has helped hundreds of thousands of patients with their brain capacity, increasing focus, cognition, mood and energy levels and helping them manage their daily lives. Read More

Health

Researchers say food tastes better if you touch it first CW Headley

The two groups do not appear to process sensory information in the same way. ‘For people who regularly control their food consumption, direct touch triggers an enhanced sensory response, making food more desirable and appealing.” … Read More

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