“Go with the flow.” Accept, adapt and move forward. It’s what we tell ourselves when life takes a curve in a direction we didn’t expect. But it would surely have a much different meaning to researchers studying what’s happening in the brain when people achieve great things. In that arena, “flow” is the term […]
Poor Memory – Or Is It All In Your Head?
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Some people seem to be born with a great memory while others seem to struggle. How well we remember things makes a huge difference in how well we do in school and even how successfully we navigate life. Jim Kwik was not one of those people who seemed to be born with a great […]
Mindfulness Training Will Improve Your Reading, Memory and Focus
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A team from UC Santa Barbara has shown that just two weeks of mindfulness training can significantly improve reading comprehension, working memory capacity, and focus. Published in Psychological Science and led by Michael Mrazek, the study, “Mindfulness Training Improves Working Memory Capacity and GRE Performance While Reducing Mind Wandering” surprised the researchers with its […]
What’s The Difference Between The Mind and The Brain?
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We all know what our brain is, right? It is that three pounds of “convoluted mass of gray and white matter” in our heads “serving to control and coordinate mental and physical actions.” OK. Now, define the mind. Not as easy, eh?! You may be surprised to find that there is no single, agreed upon definition of the mind. The psychiatric, mental health and medical professions […]
Overcoming Challenges: Is It ADHD, The World Around You, Or Just A Way Of Life?
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There’s a lot of talk about the challenges and frustrations that people with ADHD face. Fortunately, many of the clients I work with already focus on their differences rather than being caught up in the label or stigma of mainstream society. But let’s face it, there are a lot of people who still believe […]
6 Common Myths About Depression
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Depression affects more than 10 million Americans each year. It is so common in our society that it is estimated that one in 9 people will be diagnosed with it at one point in their life. Unlike other psychological disorders, depression can affect all areas of your life from your personal relationships to your […]
5 Warning Signs You May Have Depression
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Almost everyone feels down from time to time, but a case of the blues that doesn’t go away might actually be a symptom of a major depressive episode. Depression is a serious condition that if left untreated can become debilitating and even life threatening. Because it’s fairly common, particularly among women, it’s important for […]
Can Meditation Make You Smarter?
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In the bustling lives we lead today it is difficult to set some time for yourself to relax and rejuvenate. Whether you are consumed by the boisterous honking sounds of traffic, or the crying wails of neighborhood children, the cacophony, chaos, and ringing commotion can never seem to escape you. Although we are continually […]
Is Your Job Bad For Your Brain?
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The daily grind — five days out of every seven, you wake up, go to work, leave work, go to bed. Rinse and repeat. There’s no way around it–if you’re working full-time, you spend almost half your waking hours on the job. So how does this affect your brain? Research all over the world […]
10 Ways to Fall Asleep Fast
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If you recall the 2002 film, Insomnia, you would remember Al Pacino’s character suffered from the sleep disorder that took a toll on both his physical appearance and mental stability. Globally, millions of individuals suffer from insomnia, some without even realizing the existence of their symptoms until years later. Unfortunately, sleep deprivation can lead […]
