10 Feb Does 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....
08 Feb How pretend play helps children develop social cognition
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....
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...
09 Jan What is Neuroplasticity, and why is it important?
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Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to modify connections and change its activity in response to stimuli, basically “re-wiring” itself. So, what does this mean?...
28 Dec Setting Cognitive Goals for the New Year
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Clinicians may want to work with clients on setting cognitive goals - these could be anything from feeling happier, to improving their attention or memory....
18 Nov How does mental fatigue affect health?
Have you ever wondered why we can feel exhausted after a day of working our brains, even if we haven’t physically exerted ourselves at all? After a hard day at a desk job or a...
14 Oct How Fevers and Colds Impact Cognition
What are the cognitive impacts of catching a cold?...
05 Oct How Surprises Impact the Brain
The brain has its own unique way of responding to a surprising event or situation. When the brain wants you to pay attention to something, it will make sure you are aware of it. According...