Cognitive tips for building new habits
Building habits can help anyone to improve aspects of their life. They can be beneficial for anyone living with a cognitive condition.
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How Climate Change Affects Cognitive Function
Climate change has far-reaching implications, including for our cognitive health.
02 October, 2023Should I Use Digital Or Paper Cognitive Assessments?
The choice between digital vs. paper assessments comes down to what works best for the clinician and their patients, and whether the assessments are e
27 September, 2023How Low Testosterone Can Affect Cognition
Testosterone is a hormone that plays a significant role in the human body. How do low testosterone levels affect cognition?
08 September, 2023How Does Menopause Affect Cognition?
Menopause is known for physical and emotional side effects, however, the impact on cognition is often overlooked.
01 September, 2023Can AI Provide Communication Assistance to People with Aphasia?
In this blog post, we explore how emerging AI technology could make an impact on the lives of individuals with aphasia.
16 August, 2023New Possibilities for Brain Repair in MS
Let's look at what’s next for the research into brain repair in MS.
14 August, 2023New Prize-Winning Research in Neuroplasticity
Three scientists who have conducted incredible research in neuroplasticity were granted the 2023 Brain Prize, the largest award in the neuroscience fi
09 August, 2023How does MS impact cognition?
Effects of MS may include physical symptoms as well as cognitive symptoms.
04 August, 2023The Lifelong Impact of Friendship on Cognitive Health
How do friendships impact our cognitive health throughout different stages of life?
31 July, 2023The Cognitive Science Behind Brain Fog
What exactly is brain fog, and what does cognitive science tell us about its origins and effects?
28 July, 2023Why Cleaning and Organizing Are Good For Brain Health
Cleaning and organizing your home can have positive effects on brain health, such as preventing dementia and improving working memory and executive fu
26 July, 2023Can Playing Chess Improve Brain Health?
In this post, we delve into the cognitive effects of playing chess and shed light on how this ancient game could potentially benefit brain health.
21 July, 2023Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits
Beginning healthy habits as kids may make it easier to continue them as an adult. If you work with kids, you can help shape positive habits!
17 July, 2023What Are Microglial Cells and How Do They Impact Cognition?
According to recent research, microglial cells within our brains are unsung heroes of cognitive health.
14 July, 2023Why Taking a Vacation is Good For Brain Health
Let’s look at why taking a vacation is so good for our brains, and why it’s so beneficial to maintain a work/life balance.
05 July, 2023
Tips for Conducting Group Cognitive Therapy
Group cognitive therapy is a great way to help clients with bridging in a supportive environment.
30 June, 2023Tips For Involving Families in Cognitive Rehabilitation
In this article, we'll discuss how and why to involve families in cognitive rehabilitation.
23 June, 2023How to Help Your Patients Act On Their Ability To Act
Helping others act on the ability to act is one of our goals here at HappyNeuron. We like to use this saying as a way of aligning ourselves to have an
07 April, 2023How to help patients improve sustained attention
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In
03 March, 20238 tips for better communication with patients
Research shows that a positive relationship between patient and clinician can improve therapy outcomes. How can clinicians improve communication with
27 February, 2023What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
There are different types of motivation, and understanding them can give us a lot of insight into our own behaviors and emotions, as well as those of
22 February, 2023How a stroke can affect social cognition
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior.
06 February, 2023Why you should limit the number of exercises available to your patients
When using HappyNeuron Pro, you have the option of limiting cognitive exercises visible to your patient. In fact, this is recommended!
25 January, 2023Activities to help with stroke recovery
In addition to a healthy diet and exercise, there are many activities that can help someone with stroke recovery. Physical therapy may be necessary fo
23 January, 2023How To Use HappyNeuron Pro for Stroke Rehabilitation
You may be wondering what exercises are available for stroke recovery, or how HappyNeuron Pro can be used to work with people who have had a stroke.
18 January, 2023How to measure short-term goals in cognitive therapy
In rehabilitation and therapy settings, clinicians typically track progress on a regular basis by setting goals with patients. This is helpful in orde
06 January, 2023Areas Of Cognition to Work On in the New Year
New Year’s resolutions are a great way to enter into a new mindset and achieve goals that improve your life. Why not help your clients set goals to im
30 December, 2022Setting Cognitive Goals for the New Year
Clinicians may want to work with clients on setting cognitive goals - these could be anything from feeling happier, to improving their attention or me
28 December, 2022Resources for new SLP graduates
Although you already have a wealth of knowledge from your studies, having additional websites, software, and books for further education and support w
09 December, 20224 Tips for Future Therapists
Students studying to be mental health professionals are in good company. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field is projected to grow 2
07 December, 2022
Can Yoga Improve Cognitive Function?
Can yoga help to ward off cognitive decline? How does it affect cognition in general?
03 July, 2023Should I Say “Person With Autism” Or “Autistic Person”?
You may have heard different answers concerning the correct way to refer to people within the autistic community. Is the correct term person with auti
12 June, 2023Can Retiring Early Accelerate Cognitive Decline?
Many people choose to retire early if they have the financial resources to do so. This can be good for us in many ways! However, it’s worth exploring
02 June, 2023How Music Rewires the Brain
Music can make us feel strong emotions, but did you know it’s healthy for our brains as well?
24 May, 2023Helping Seniors Build Healthy Habits
Helping seniors build healthy habits can help them have a comfortable and happy lifestyle.
22 May, 2023Occupational Therapy Exercises for Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Occupational therapy can often be helpful to people with ASD. In this article, we'll explore occupational therapy exercises for autism.
22 May, 2023Does hearing loss play a part in cognitive decline?
Researchers have long speculated about possible associations between hearing loss and cognitive decline.
08 May, 2023How to support employees with Autism Spectrum Disorder
If the appropriate considerations and accommodations are made, employees with autism can very often thrive in their jobs.
26 April, 2023Language exercises for patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) typically experience challenges with communication and social skills. Completing language exercises wi
17 April, 2023How to help patients improve sustained attention
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In
03 March, 20233 ways that pets can improve cognitive health for older adults
Whether you’re a cat or a dog person, here’s some good news! A recent study shows that owning pets improve cognitive health for adults over the age of
03 February, 2023Research shows that cognitive stimulation may alleviate cognitive decline in older adults
More and more research is showing the benefits of cognitive stimulation. A new study shows the benefits of cognitive games in mitigating cognitive dec
30 January, 2023Digital exercises to improve processing speed
Processing speed refers to the amount of time it takes for a person to understand and respond to stimuli around them. Here are a few of the best exerc
27 January, 2023Areas Of Cognition to Work On in the New Year
New Year’s resolutions are a great way to enter into a new mindset and achieve goals that improve your life. Why not help your clients set goals to im
30 December, 2022The Key Differences Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s
There is a common misconception that dementia and Alzheimer’s are two separate conditions, however this isn’t exactly the case.
23 December, 2022
Can AI Provide Communication Assistance to People with Aphasia?
In this blog post, we explore how emerging AI technology could make an impact on the lives of individuals with aphasia.
16 August, 2023New Possibilities for Brain Repair in MS
Let's look at what’s next for the research into brain repair in MS.
14 August, 2023Can Yoga Improve Cognitive Function?
Can yoga help to ward off cognitive decline? How does it affect cognition in general?
03 July, 2023How to Support a Loved One in Cognitive Therapy
Going through cognitive therapy can be difficult and frustrating for patients, but it can be incredibly rewarding. Supporting a loved one in cognitive
21 June, 2023How Does Sunlight Affect Cognition?
You may know that going outdoors has a lot of cognitive benefits. But did you know about how sunlight affects cognition specifically?
05 June, 2023Can Retiring Early Accelerate Cognitive Decline?
Many people choose to retire early if they have the financial resources to do so. This can be good for us in many ways! However, it’s worth exploring
02 June, 2023How Music Rewires the Brain
Music can make us feel strong emotions, but did you know it’s healthy for our brains as well?
24 May, 2023Does hearing loss play a part in cognitive decline?
Researchers have long speculated about possible associations between hearing loss and cognitive decline.
08 May, 2023What is the EyeBOX device?
Here at HappyNeuron, we always have an eye out for the latest scientific findings and technology that may be useful to clinicians and their patients.
03 May, 2023The Cognitive Effects of War
What are the long term mental health and cognitive effects of war? What methods can help people work through these experiences and hopefully alleviate
01 May, 2023What is childhood aphasia?
In this article, we’ll focus on why childhood aphasia occurs, the different types, and how it may be treated through cognitive therapy.
12 April, 2023What are the different types of aphasia?
Aphasia is a language impairment typically caused by a stroke or other brain injury. It can affect both the understanding and production of speech and
05 April, 2023How to help patients improve sustained attention
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In
03 March, 20238 tips to help clients with Seasonal Affective Disorder
During the winter months, many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This is a mood condition similar to Depression, but it specificall
17 February, 2023Does social connection help us feel happier?
Many of us look to achieve specific goals with the idea that achievement will make us happy. However, data tells us a different story.
10 February, 2023
How Climate Change Affects Cognitive Function
Climate change has far-reaching implications, including for our cognitive health.
02 October, 2023How Low Testosterone Can Affect Cognition
Testosterone is a hormone that plays a significant role in the human body. How do low testosterone levels affect cognition?
08 September, 2023How Does Menopause Affect Cognition?
Menopause is known for physical and emotional side effects, however, the impact on cognition is often overlooked.
01 September, 2023New Possibilities for Brain Repair in MS
Let's look at what’s next for the research into brain repair in MS.
14 August, 2023How does MS impact cognition?
Effects of MS may include physical symptoms as well as cognitive symptoms.
04 August, 2023The Lifelong Impact of Friendship on Cognitive Health
How do friendships impact our cognitive health throughout different stages of life?
31 July, 2023Why Cleaning and Organizing Are Good For Brain Health
Cleaning and organizing your home can have positive effects on brain health, such as preventing dementia and improving working memory and executive fu
26 July, 2023Can Playing Chess Improve Brain Health?
In this post, we delve into the cognitive effects of playing chess and shed light on how this ancient game could potentially benefit brain health.
21 July, 2023Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits
Beginning healthy habits as kids may make it easier to continue them as an adult. If you work with kids, you can help shape positive habits!
17 July, 2023Why Taking a Vacation is Good For Brain Health
Let’s look at why taking a vacation is so good for our brains, and why it’s so beneficial to maintain a work/life balance.
05 July, 2023Can Yoga Improve Cognitive Function?
Can yoga help to ward off cognitive decline? How does it affect cognition in general?
03 July, 2023Tips For Involving Families in Cognitive Rehabilitation
In this article, we'll discuss how and why to involve families in cognitive rehabilitation.
23 June, 2023How to Support a Loved One in Cognitive Therapy
Going through cognitive therapy can be difficult and frustrating for patients, but it can be incredibly rewarding. Supporting a loved one in cognitive
21 June, 2023How to Care For Your Cognitive Health at Work
As concern for mental health in the workplace has become an increasingly important topic, we should also look at how we can care for our cognitive hea
16 June, 2023How Does Grief Affect Our Cognition?
Grief can be a life-changing experience, and it’s no wonder it can change our brains.
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