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!...
Research suggests that physical activity has a strong connection with our social cognition. How much does exercise improve social cognition?...
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In this article, we'll discuss how to improve sustained attention skills....
Research shows that a positive relationship between patient and clinician can improve therapy outcomes. How can clinicians improve communication with patients?...
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 patients....
Social media has become more popular than ever. Many kids are frequently online, which worries some parents, teachers, and clinicians. You may wonder, can social media impact brain development for kids and adolescents? ...
During the winter months, many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This is a mood condition similar to Depression, but it specifically occurs during a certain time of year, typically the winter....
Impairment in social cognition is one of the main components of schizophrenia, and can deeply affect a patient’s ability to interact with the world. In this article, we’ll explore what social cognition is, how schizophrenia...
If you work with children or have children of your own, you’re probably very familiar with pretend play. This refers to any play where children adopt an idea that differs from reality....
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior....
