08 May Does hearing loss play a part in cognitive decline?
Researchers have long speculated about possible associations between hearing loss and cognitive decline....
01 May The 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 symptoms of trauma? We’ll explore these questions in this article, referencing...
10 Apr How learning a new language changes the brain
It turns out that learning a new language changes the brain! Let’s take a look at the interesting effects on the brain that come from speaking a second language....
31 Mar How does laughter affect cognition?
Laughter has an important role in our lives. It often helps to improve mood and can even help relationships last longer. But how does laughter affect cognition specifically? Let’s take a look at the research!...
03 Feb 3 ways that pets can improve cognitive health for older adults
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in Adults, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Depression, Healthy Aging, Memory, Seniors
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 65. ...
30 Jan Research shows that cognitive stimulation may alleviate cognitive decline in older adults
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in Adults, Age Related, Alzheimer's Disease, Cognitive Stimulation, Dementia, Healthy Aging, Memory, Neuroscience, Seniors
More and more research is showing the benefits of cognitive stimulation. A new study shows the benefits of cognitive games in mitigating cognitive decline in older adults....
23 Jan Activities to help with stroke recovery
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in Adults, Aphasia, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Cognitive Stimulation, Language, Memory, Misc, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Pathology, Stroke, Telehealth
In addition to a healthy diet and exercise, there are many activities that can help someone with stroke recovery. Physical therapy may be necessary for physical recovery, and equally important is exercising the brain. Here...
13 Jan Why you need sugar for a healthy brain
Sugar plays a crucial role in our brain health and cognitive function. However, too much can be detrimental to our health. So let’s break it down. What is the relationship between sugar and brain...
11 Jan Can stress be good for us?
Stress can sometimes feel productive, like when you’re worried about an assignment so you work hard on it to make sure you do a great job. However, stress can also feel completely overwhelming and bad...