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....
10 Feb How schizophrenia affects social cognition
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...
06 Feb How a stroke can affect social cognition
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in Cognitive Rehabilitation, Group Therapy, Misc, Neuroscience, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Cognition, Speech and Language Pathology, Stroke
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior....
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....
27 Jan Digital exercises to improve processing speed
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in ADHD, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Cognitive Stimulation, Dementia, Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities, Neuroscience, Occupational Therapy, Stroke, TBI
Here are a few of the best exercises to work on processing speed....
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...
18 Jan How To Use HappyNeuron Pro for Stroke Rehabilitation
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in Adults, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Cognitive Therapy, Digital Tools, Misc, Occupational Therapy, Seniors, Stroke
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....
09 Jan What is Neuroplasticity, and why is it important?
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in Aphasia, Article, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Depression, Education, Health, Medical Conditions, mindfulness, Neuroscience, Psychology, Stroke, TBI
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?...
30 Dec Areas Of Cognition to Work On in the New Year
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in ADHD, Aphasia, Autism, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Cognitive Stimulation, Depression, Digital Tools, Language, Memory, Misc, Occupational Therapy, Patient engagement, Psychology, Speech and Language Pathology, Stroke, TBI, Telehealth, Therapy Tips
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 improve their cognition this year? Setting goals...