Current sources of entertainment overload our cognitive functions of stimulation and attention span. Because we have smart phones and social media, immediate mental stimulation is constantly at our fingertips. This has a deteriorating impact on the human attention span. Less and less are we actually exercising our minds to find stimulation. Our brains are becoming... Continue Reading →
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is the result of imbalances in the brain’s chemical messengers, also known as neurotransmitters. Unfortunately, what causes these imbalances to occur is still unknown. The result of these imbalances, though, can create symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. ADHD is commonly thought of as individuals not being able to... Continue Reading →
Ahora que los niños han vuelto a la escuela, es importante recordar que es normal que un niño tenga problemas para concentrarse en algo, especialmente si no tiene ningún interés en ello, como la escuela. Al igual que también puede ser difícil para un niño comportarse negativamente en cualquier lugar porque es posible que no... Continue Reading →
Now that the kids are back to school, it is important to remember that it is normal for a child to experience trouble focusing on something especially if they have no interest in it, such as school. Just like it can also be difficult for a child to behave negatively anywhere because they may not... Continue Reading →
Today more so than any other time in history, we are closer than ever before thanks to the Internet. However, this can be a blessings and a curse. While social media can connect us with awesome people with those we may have never met before or keep us connected to those we cherish, some of... Continue Reading →
Our brain signals thirst to our consciousness many times a day. Many of us reach for coffee, soda, tea, and juice as the first defense to quench this thirst. But how many times do we and should we reach for water and how does this affect our cognition? Comprehensive studies on dehydration have shown that... Continue Reading →
Ladies and gentlemen, it is that time of year again! You know the one: pumpkin EVERYTHING. I was at Trader Joes the other day and some gluttonous, pumpkin-obsessed monster possessed me and before I knew it I was checking out with 5+ pumpkin flavored food items. Every year it comes like clockwork. We may joke... Continue Reading →
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