09 Jun How Does Grief Affect Our Cognition?
Grief can be a life-changing experience, and it’s no wonder it can change our brains. ...
24 May How Music Rewires the Brain
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in Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, friendship, Healthy Aging, Memory, Misc, Social Cognition
Music can make us feel strong emotions, but did you know it’s healthy for our brains as well?...
12 May Why We Need Omega-3s for Cognition and Mental Health
What’s the big deal with Omega-3s and cognition? How can we get more Omega-3 in our diets?...
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....