Pregnancy and the brain: How does it change you?
You might know how the relationship between the brain and the menstrual cycle, but what about pregnancy? With all the hormones surging through your […]
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Jessica is a student studying neuroscience and psychology. She is fascinated with all things people, from the way our brains work to how we think. She is always looking for new things to learn, and is eager to help others be inspired.
Optimism vs. Pessimism: Which is better for your health?
The way we view the world can say a lot about our mental and physical well-being. It can influence the people we interact with, […]
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Benefits of exercise on the brain: How does exercise help?
You’ve probably heard before how the brain is “like a muscle” and just like our other muscles, we need to exercise it regularly. But […]
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10 Percent of Brain Capacity: Is It True?
It’s a myth that commonly appears in advertisements, books and movies: humans can only use 10 percent of brain capacity. But is this really true? […]
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The different types of neurotransmitters: What are they?
You’ve probably heard of how dopamine plays a role in feelings of pleasure, or how serotonin levels influence depression. This barely scratches the surface […]
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Getting to know Aunt Flo: What happens between the brain and the menstrual cycle?
Fun fact: in Victorian times, it was possible for a woman to be institutionalized if they experienced any kind of menstruation-related anger. This might […]
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Child Anger: How to Manage Aggression in Children
We all get angry every now and then, but most of the time we’re able to keep it under control. Children, on the other […]
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Neuroscience of the sexes: Gender differences in the brain?
We all know the differences between male and females. For centuries we’ve discussed the physical, social and emotional differences between man and woman. But […]
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Understanding Your Brain and Stress: What Happens When We’re Stressed?
It’s time to talk about our good ol’ buddy stress. For most of us, it seems to cling to us all day every day, […]
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False Memories: Can You Trust Your Memory?
We often don’t think about the accuracy of our memories. We just assume that they’re exact and precise, because it’s something that we experienced. […]
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Zika Virus and Microcephaly: What to Know
The weather’s getting warmer and school is coming to a close. This can only mean one thing- summer is here! But with summer fun […]
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How Well Do You Know Your Brain: What Is It?
The brain is the most complex organ in the human body. It controls everything, from the way we walk to the way we speak. Its […]
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The Dangers of Multitasking and Distracted Driving
So much to do, so little time. In today’s demanding world, its hard to just do one thing at a time. We’ve become masters […]
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Life after stroke: Regaining Independence
Stroke. You’ve probably had your doctor warn you about your increased risk, or have even had someone in your life experience it. It is responsible for […]
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