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Angelman Syndrome: Everything you need to know

March 18, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

Have you heard of Angelman syndrome? Chances are, you haven’t. Most of the general population is unaware of this rare congenital disorder which impacts the […]

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Altruistic Behaviors: Do they exist or are they just a myth?

March 15, 2019 - Rebekah Nerenberg

Is altruistic behaviors putting others before yourself and acting in an unselfish manner? Giving money to someone on the street, helping the elderly cross the […]

Did you know..? Personality

Tavad- Addiction Rehab Center uses CogniFit to measure the cognitive changes of its patients

March 15, 2019 - CogniFit

TAVAD, Advanced Addiction Treatment, is a clinic treating and rehabilitating addictions of alcohol, tranquilizers, cocaine, heroin, methadone, and other addictive substances. It offers a high […]

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Effects of Divorce on Children and Families: What it Does and How to Help

March 15, 2019 - Puja Sethi

Effects of divorce on children and families. Each person goes through their own individual experiences and has a way to deal with situations. I personally have […]

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Arrogance: What is it? How to deal with it?

March 13, 2019 - Andrea García Cerdán

What is arrogance? I’m sure you must have run into someone arrogant once in a while. Those who only talk about themselves and think they […]

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What Are Cognitive Skills? A Guide

March 11, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

The human brain is the center of cognition. Everything that encompasses life—words, visions, memories, understanding the environment—exist because of cognition. Cognitive skills are the vehicle […]

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Teaching Styles: Everything you need to know about teaching methods and strategies

March 8, 2019 - Anna Bohren

Have you ever thought about how each classroom teaches things differently? In this article, we answer what are teaching styles, why are there multiple teaching […]

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What is catalepsy: Waking up at your own funeral

March 8, 2019 - Molly Minchew

We’ve talked about quite a few disorders and medical conditions on our blog, but today we’re talking about one of the weirder ones: catalepsy. But, […]

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Specific Learning Disability: Complete Guide

March 6, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

“Uh…uh…I don’t know,” responds the child prompted to answer a question in class. Upon the first assumption, the kid caught off guard and unable to […]

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Cognitive Load Theory: Understanding This Process

March 1, 2019 - Genevieve Durso

Imagine I placed a massive 5,000-page dictionary right on the table and said: “You have until the end of the day to memorize every single […]

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Prader-Willi Syndrome: A Complete Guide

February 27, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

When it is time to have a child, no parent expects their baby to be born ill. Yet, that is the reality of Prader-Willi Syndrome. […]

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Noonan Syndrome: A Rare Disorder

February 25, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

Thousands of genes make up the human body. Various combinations of DNA (building blocks of genes) are the reason why you have brown hair and […]

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Cerebral Folate Deficiency: Everything you need to know

February 21, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

From an early age, our parents never fail to remind us to eat our vegetables. They recognize the importance of a healthy, vitamin-rich diet. What […]

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Anxiety Symptoms: Paralyzed Senses

February 18, 2019 - Alejandra Salazar

Anxiety Symptoms. “I’m worried all day excessively about anything that happens to me”, “I feel agitated and nervous and at night I have a hard […]

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Impulsive Behavior: Complete Guide

February 13, 2019 - Alejandra Salazar

“I had to buy it!…” “I just couldn’t resist!” “I don’t regret anything I said!” These are common expressions we hear every day and we […]

Did you know..? Brain Health

Overcoming Insecurity: Complete Guide

February 8, 2019 - Alejandra Salazar

Overcoming Insecurity. Insecurity, we all have insecurities, it’s natural. But sometimes our insecurities paralyze us and sabotages our personal growth and progress. How do we […]

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Stages of Adolescence: Everything you need to know

February 6, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

Growing up is something all of the living must experience. Transitioning from childhood to adolescence and then into adulthood does not have to be a […]

Kids Did you know..? Health

Cognitive processes: What are they? Can they improve?

February 4, 2019 - Alejandra Salazar

Detecting changes around us, remembering a shopping list, deciding what apartment to rent, helping a friend with a problem… What do all these situations have […]

Brain Health Did you know..? Health Improving memory

Daydreaming: what is it, why do we do it, can it be dangerous?

February 1, 2019 - Rebekah Nerenberg

You are now entering Lala land (no, not the one with Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, unfortunately) but a land where it’s all about you. […]

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Cognitive Development: A Complex Process

February 1, 2019 - Anna Bohren

The process a child makes between making little sounds to talking, from crying at everything to maturing is incredible. That process is known as cognitive […]

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Effective communication skills: What are they and how to improve them?

January 30, 2019 - Ainhoa Arranz

Have you ever wanted to communicate better? Do you feel insecure when speaking in public? Is it hard for you to write? Do you not […]

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Selective Mutism: Everything you need to know

January 28, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

Recall your school-aged years. Did you ever have to give a presentation? If so, you were probably nervous standing in front of the class. It […]

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Optimism vs. Pessimism: Which is better for your health?

January 25, 2019 - Jessica Prashad

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, the […]

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Cushing’s Disease: Everything you need to know

January 25, 2019 - Cheyanne Perry

Fatigue, easy bruising, weight gain—sound familiar? Cushing’s disease is a relatively rare endocrine condition that affects 10 to 15 million people per year. While an […]

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Maslow’s Pyramid: what is it, how can we apply it?

January 22, 2019 - Alejandra Salazar

Our needs move us to overcome every challenge that is thrown our way daily. What is Maslow’s pyramid? What is it for? What are its […]

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CogniFit colabora con el Centro de Instrucción de Medicina Aeroespacial- Ejército del Aire

Applied research from the Aerospace Medicine Training Center (CIMA) applies CogniFit to evaluate army pilots.

January 18, 2019 - CogniFit

The Aerospace Medicine Training Center (CIMA), part of the Air Force, focuses its actions on improving the safety and operational capacity of personnel with flight […]

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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

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

Dyslexia Did you know..? 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 […]

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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 […]

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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 it […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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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, […]

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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 […]

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Early Signs of Fibromyalgia: A Complete guide

December 24, 2018 - Cheyanne Perry

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

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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?

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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.

Dyslexia Did you know..?

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?

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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?

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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 […]

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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… […]

Cancer Brain Health 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 […]

Parkinson's Brain Health Health

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 […]

Cancer Brain Health 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 […]

Insomnia Did you know..? Health

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 […]

Dyscalculia Did you know..? 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 […]

Did you know..? ADHD Dyslexia Kids

Gross Motor Skills: Child Development

October 29, 2018 - Anna Bohren

Remember how you sat up this morning in bed, stood up, walked to the shower, shampooed your hair by raising your arms to your head, […]

Kids Did you know..? Health

Burnout Syndrome: Guide To This Exhausting Syndrome

October 26, 2018 - Anna Bohren

Everyone knows the feeling of excitement and newness when they begin a job, school, or start up their own business. After a while though, that […]

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Famous Dyslexics: From Walt Disney to Jamie Oliver

October 26, 2018 - Anna Bohren

Did you know that Albert Einstein, Walt Disney, and Muhammad Ali were all famous dyslexics? Dyslexia can greatly affect someone’s life, but that doesn’t mean […]

Did you know..? Dyslexia

What Causes ADHD: Comparing Facts and Myths

October 22, 2018 - Genevieve Durso

After hearing the initial ADHD diagnosis for either yourself or your child, one of the first things that could race through your mind is “What […]

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Living With Someone With ADHD

October 19, 2018 - Cheyanne Perry

A rambunctious kid faces his punishment after he answers the teacher’s question without raising his hand. Fidgeting, a middle-aged man bounces up and down as he […]

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Complete Guide

October 19, 2018 - Daniel Smigiel

You may have heard people talk about how they may think their child has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder because they’re having trouble sitting still, or […]

ADHD Brain Health Did you know..? Health Kids

Learning to Drive: Guide To Mastering This Skill

October 17, 2018 - Anna Bohren

Most of us had to learn how to drive- albeit at different ages under different circumstances such as snow and ice or extreme heat in […]

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Fibromyalgia Diet: Is there a specific diet?

October 15, 2018 - Marisa Smith

Diets are all the rage nowadays, but what about diets for people living with chronic pain from a disease with an unknown cause? How much […]

Fibromyalgia Brain Health Did you know..? Health

Types of Mood Disorders: An inside look

October 8, 2018 - Bri T

Types of Mood Disorders. Did you know that mood disorders could increase the risk of developing other disorders? Across the United States, a prominent amount […]

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Hormone Therapy: An Introductory Guide

October 5, 2018 - Genevieve Durso

Your body produces hormones in order to help function properly in the natural world. Occasionally, an irregular hormone concentration within our body can lead to […]

Cancer Brain Health Did you know..?

Chronic Pain: Everything you need to know

October 5, 2018 - Cheyanne Perry

A dull ache radiates down my leg, barely distracting from the knife-like sensation pulsating in my abdomen. Tears fill my vision because each discomforting twinge is […]

Fibromyalgia Health

Nutrition for kids: A complete guide

October 3, 2018 - Patrick Agresz

Nutrition for kids: Healthy nutrition when being young is as important as paying attention to your diet when being an adult. Especially at a young […]

Health Brain Health Kids New Parents

Types of Attention: A Useful Guide

October 3, 2018 - Amanda Micon

Attention is the direction of cognitive resources toward certain stimuli in the environment. As a cognitive process, it is essential for almost every endeavor that […]

Did you know..? ADHD Brain Health Depression Health

Fugue State: Complete Guide to this Disorder

September 28, 2018 - Nana Asiedu

You might have heard it called by different names: Dissociative Fugue, Psychogenic Fugue. But the name isn’t as important as the mess it creates: a […]

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Language Acquisition Theory: A Comprehensive Guide

September 28, 2018 - Anna Bohren

Language is what makes us human- it’s what sets us apart from so much of the animal kingdom. But how do we acquire language? What […]

Did you know..? Dyslexia Health

What is Chemotherapy: An Extensive Guide

September 26, 2018 - Douglas Mackliff

When a family member or friend is put through chemotherapy, there is a large amount of panic that stricken the people around that person. Understandably […]

Chemo Brain Health

Severe Insomnia: Symptoms and Treatments

September 26, 2018 - Marisa Smith

Approximately one-third of our lives is spent sleeping. But for those who suffer from severe insomnia, it feels like much less than that. We all […]

Insomnia Signs and Symptoms Stress

Sleep anxiety: Learn everything you need to know

September 24, 2018 - Anna Bohren

When we are stressed and feeling anxious, we all probably toss and turn at night finding it hard to sleep. However, for some people, that […]

Insomnia Brain Health Health

Effects of Cancer: Learn the consequences of this disease

September 21, 2018 - Anna Bohren

Cancer isn’t easy and everyone who comes across it is affected greatly by it in one way or another. Almost everyone feels chronic fatigue, while […]

Chemo Brain Health

Early Signs of Parkinson’s: Find out everything

September 19, 2018 - Amanda Micon

Every year 50,000 people will be newly diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Unfortunately, for many of these people, this diagnosis will come as a complete surprise. […]

Parkinson's Seniors Signs and Symptoms

Depression Treatment: Finding One That Works

September 19, 2018 - Cheyanne Perry

“Well, that’s depressing” is a statement often given without a second thought. Those without depression seldom pause to contemplate the context of their words. Depression […]

Depression Did you know..? Health

ADHD Parenting: A complete guide

September 17, 2018 - Molly Minchew

ADHD Parenting may sometimes be frustrating. You take your child to school with hopes that everything goes smoothly and in the first parent-teacher conference things […]

ADHD Kids