CogniFit's Blog - Health, Brain & Neuroscience

Differences between dyslexia and dyscalculia

January 18, 2019 /// Beatriz G. López

“Why isn’t our son learning? Isn’t he trying hard or is something else happening? Is it serious? Will he fail the school year? How can […]

Brain Health, Dyscalculia, Dyslexia, Health

Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI): Learn how to identify it

January 17, 2019 /// Cristina Nafría

What is Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)? Mild cognitive impairment is the loss of cognitive functions. Impairments are usually in processes such as attention, memory and […]

Brain Health, Health, Improving memory

Effects of Cocaine on the Brain: Learn more

January 14, 2019 /// Cheyanne Perry

Cocaine belongs to a group of addictive substances known as drugs. It stimulates the nervous system to create feelings of euphoria. The body eventually craves […]

Addiction, Brain Health, Did you know..?, Health

Auditory dyslexia: Is this possible?

January 11, 2019 /// Anna Bohren

Ever said “pasghetti” as a kid rather than “spaghetti”? Imagine that your brain couldn’t process the word “spaghetti” when it hears it and instead can […]

Brain Health, Dyslexia, Health

Dyslexia In Adults: How to handle it

January 11, 2019 /// Cheyanne Perry

Trouble reading, writing, breaking down speech—dyslexia affects these crucial skills. 20% of the population is diagnosed with this learning disability first recognized in 1896. While […]

Did you know..?, Dyslexia, Health

High-Functioning Depression: Complete Guide

January 9, 2019 /// Anna Bohren

Everyone knows that there’s always another side to a person that the rest of the world doesn’t see. Sometimes the happiest person you knew from […]

Brain Health, Depression, Health

Personal Growth: How to achieve it

January 9, 2019 /// Cheyanne Perry

With the start of the new year, personal growth is a central focus. “I am going to eat healthier, drop those ten pounds, and meditate […]

Did you know..?, Health

Fibromyalgia Treatment: Complete Guide

January 4, 2019 /// Anna Bohren

Whenever we are in pain, we find a way to make it stop. However, when you have fibromyalgia, the pain comes and goes as […]

Fibromyalgia, Health

Restless Leg Syndrome: A Complete Guide

January 2, 2019 /// Genevieve Durso

Most people who suffer from Restless Leg Syndrome are held captive by unruly sensations in their limbs that are far out of their control. This […]

Brain Health, Did you know..?, Dopamine, Health

Parkinson’s Disease Dementia: Two related diseases

December 31, 2018 /// Cheyanne Perry

Parkinson’s disease dementia. Both are words that, when alone, provoke a sense of dismay. Together, they can be catastrophic without a capable medical team and […]

Dementia, Parkinson's

Insomnia Treatments: Learn about each one

December 28, 2018 /// Anna Bohren

We have all had nights where we couldn’t sleep no matter how hard we tried. Some people have to go through that every night. Luckily, […]

Did you know..?, Health, Insomnia

Cerebellar Ataxia: Everything you need to know

December 26, 2018 /// Cheyanne Perry

We have all heard of neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease. Chances are, there is someone in your life with either diagnosis, as both […]

Brain Health, Health

Early Signs of Fibromyalgia: A Complete guide

December 24, 2018 /// Cheyanne Perry

Find out what are the early signs of Fibromyalgia in this article

Did you know..?, Fibromyalgia, Health

Another Sleepless Night? Insomnia Symptoms and Risk Factors

December 19, 2018 /// Genevieve Durso

Knowledge of insomnia symptoms and risk factors can not only keep you well informed and improve your sleep but can enhance your overall health. Find out everything you need to know about insomnia symptoms in this article.

Brain Health, Did you know..?, Health, Insomnia, Signs and Symptoms

Neuro-Linguistic Programming: Learning Brain Language

December 17, 2018 /// Anna Bohren

What is neuro-linguistic programming? How does it work? What are the methods and different techniques used?

Did you know..?, Health, Pathologies, Personality

Parasomnia: Everything you need to know

December 12, 2018 /// Cheyanne Perry

What is a Parasomnia? What are the signs, symptoms, and treatments? Find out if you suffer from a parasomnia in this guide.

Did you know..?, Health, Insomnia, Stroke, Young Onset Parkinson's (YOPD)

Parkinson’s Disease stages: A Complete Guide

December 10, 2018 /// Anna Bohren

What is Parkinson’s disease? What are the different stages of Parkinson’s? What are some tips to deal with Parkinson’s disease stages?

Brain Health, Did you know..?, Health, Parkinson's

Agraphia: Everything on This Writing Disorder

December 3, 2018 /// Nana Asiedu

Writer’s block comes with this job. There’s always a moment or two (or three) when I feel my brain can’t seem to put down in words what I want so earnestly to express to my readers.

Did you know..?, Dyslexia

Natural Cancer Treatments: An Extensive Guide

November 28, 2018 /// Anna Bohren

What are the natural cancer treatments? How do natural cancer treatments affect the brain?

Cancer, Did you know..?

Stages of Cancer: Learn about the different phases

November 26, 2018 /// Anna Bohren

We’ve all heard “She has stage III breast cancer” or “Thank goodness it’s only stage I!” What are the stages of cancer?

Cancer, Did you know..?, Health

Depression Diagnosis: Everything you need to know

November 19, 2018 /// Marisa Smith

Everyone experiences sadness in their life, whether it be short or long term. Upsetting and distressing life events or experiences can take a toll on […]

Depression, Health, Insomnia, Stress

Cognitive Trauma: What you need to know

November 16, 2018 /// Bri T

Cognitive trauma in relation to brain impairment is not something that is greatly known, due to its diminishing characteristics that create deep-rooted effects. However, in […]

Brain Health, Did you know..?, Health

What is a Teratoma: Find out if it is really your twin!

November 14, 2018 /// Anna Bohren

Many of us have heard about a case or two where the person says something along the lines of, “The doctors pulled out the tumor… […]

Brain Health, Cancer, Did you know..?, Health

Parkinson’s Treatment: How To Manage This Disease

November 12, 2018 /// Cheyanne Perry

Parkinson’s Treatment. The name usually evokes images of tremoring hands, countless medical appointments, or the doom and gloom fate of disease progression. Despite these negative […]

Brain Health, Health, Parkinson's

Cancer Treatment: A Guide to the Different Types

November 5, 2018 /// Anna Bohren

Each type of cancer, at different stages, is treated differently with different people. What is cancer treatment and how do cancer treatments differ from one […]

Brain Health, Cancer, Chemo Brain, Did you know..?

Sleep Disorders: 12 Different Types

October 31, 2018 /// Nana Asiedu

Sleep disorders keep about 70 million Americans from getting what mattress commercials say we need most: a needed break from the day’s events. Sleep scientists-men […]

Did you know..?, Health, Insomnia

Dyscalculia Symptoms: How does this impact your life

October 31, 2018 /// Desiree Nestor

When you were in school did math equations looked like Klingon to you? Do you feel it takes you or maybe your child longer than […]

Did you know..?, Dyscalculia, Kids

Fine Motor Skills: Learn about Dexterity

October 29, 2018 /// Anna Bohren

Do you remember how you were able to write/type something yesterday? Are you left-handed or right-handed? Did you tie your shoelaces or hold a spoon […]

ADHD, Did you know..?, Dyslexia, Kids