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Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Researchers ID 17 risk factors shared by age-related brain disease - Harvard Gazette

Modifying just one of 17 identified factors can significantly lower the risk of stroke, dementia, and late-life depression.
Mental health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Brain training: Cognitive decline as we age is not inevitable - here's what you need to do to stay sharp

Engaging in novelty and learning can combat age-related cognitive decline.
Social interactions are crucial for maintaining optimal brain function as we age.
Psychology
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 day ago

The Neuroplasticity Revolution: Why Your Brain's Ability to Rewire Itself Changes Everything About Human Potential - Social Media Explorer

Neuroplasticity demonstrates that the adult brain is adaptable and can form new connections, enhancing cognitive functions throughout life.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Researchers ID 17 risk factors shared by age-related brain disease - Harvard Gazette

Modifying just one of 17 identified factors can significantly lower the risk of stroke, dementia, and late-life depression.
Mental health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Brain training: Cognitive decline as we age is not inevitable - here's what you need to do to stay sharp

Engaging in novelty and learning can combat age-related cognitive decline.
Social interactions are crucial for maintaining optimal brain function as we age.
Psychology
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 day ago

The Neuroplasticity Revolution: Why Your Brain's Ability to Rewire Itself Changes Everything About Human Potential - Social Media Explorer

Neuroplasticity demonstrates that the adult brain is adaptable and can form new connections, enhancing cognitive functions throughout life.
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Exercise
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

The Cognitive Benefits of Using Your Non-Dominant Hand

Engaging non-dominant hands for routine activities can enhance brain function and dexterity, offering potential cognitive and physical benefits.
#cognitive-function
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Is Napping Good or Bad for the Brain?

Short naps enhance cognitive function but shouldn't replace quality nighttime sleep.
Different cultures exhibit varying attitudes toward napping, with some workplaces embracing it for productivity.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
2 months ago

Cardiovascular Fitness in Childhood Linked to Adult Dementia Risk

Childhood cardiovascular factors impact brain structure in young adults, increasing dementia risk.
Early cardiovascular health is crucial for cognitive function and long-term brain health.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
4 months ago

Setting your thermostat below this temperature could cause mental decline, scientists claim

Indoor temperatures between 20°C and 24°C are crucial for protecting cognitive function and reducing dementia risk in older adults.
Remote teams
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Scientists discover particular working pattern can cause brain damage

Overworking beyond 52 hours per week harms cognitive and emotional functions, altering brain structure, according to a study.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Is Napping Good or Bad for the Brain?

Short naps enhance cognitive function but shouldn't replace quality nighttime sleep.
Different cultures exhibit varying attitudes toward napping, with some workplaces embracing it for productivity.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
2 months ago

Cardiovascular Fitness in Childhood Linked to Adult Dementia Risk

Childhood cardiovascular factors impact brain structure in young adults, increasing dementia risk.
Early cardiovascular health is crucial for cognitive function and long-term brain health.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
4 months ago

Setting your thermostat below this temperature could cause mental decline, scientists claim

Indoor temperatures between 20°C and 24°C are crucial for protecting cognitive function and reducing dementia risk in older adults.
Remote teams
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Scientists discover particular working pattern can cause brain damage

Overworking beyond 52 hours per week harms cognitive and emotional functions, altering brain structure, according to a study.
more#cognitive-function
#mental-health
SF music
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Rick Springfield just learned he suffered brain damage from onstage fall 25 years ago

Rick Springfield experiences brain damage from a fall 25 years ago and emphasizes the importance of health check-ups.
He maintains his health through exercise, diet, and limited alcohol, sharing insights about mental health practices.
SF food
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Put down that chicken nugget - microplastics in junk food may be making you depressed

Microplastics in ultra-processed foods may link to mental health issues.
Greater consumption of ultra-processed foods correlates with increased risk of depression and anxiety.
SF music
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Rick Springfield just learned he suffered brain damage from onstage fall 25 years ago

Rick Springfield experiences brain damage from a fall 25 years ago and emphasizes the importance of health check-ups.
He maintains his health through exercise, diet, and limited alcohol, sharing insights about mental health practices.
SF food
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Put down that chicken nugget - microplastics in junk food may be making you depressed

Microplastics in ultra-processed foods may link to mental health issues.
Greater consumption of ultra-processed foods correlates with increased risk of depression and anxiety.
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#neuroscience
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Forget 'mommy brain': Neuroscientists say parenthood could actually prevent your mind from aging

Parenthood may enhance brain function and protect against aging, according to a new study.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Sex Hormones Are Brain Hormones. What Does This Mean for Treating Brain Diseases?

Estrogen has a vital role beyond reproductive health, influencing brain function and overall well-being.
Parenting
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

How parenthood protects the brain from the effects of aging

Raising children has neuroprotective benefits for parents' brain health, suggesting broader societal advantages.
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Forget 'mommy brain': Neuroscientists say parenthood could actually prevent your mind from aging

Parenthood may enhance brain function and protect against aging, according to a new study.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Sex Hormones Are Brain Hormones. What Does This Mean for Treating Brain Diseases?

Estrogen has a vital role beyond reproductive health, influencing brain function and overall well-being.
Parenting
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

How parenthood protects the brain from the effects of aging

Raising children has neuroprotective benefits for parents' brain health, suggesting broader societal advantages.
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#alzheimers-disease
Exercise
fromScienceDaily
4 weeks ago

Increasing physical activity in middle age may protect against Alzheimer's disease

Increased physical activity between ages 45 and 65 reduces Alzheimer's disease risk by lowering beta-amyloid accumulation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
10 months ago

A protein called Reelin keeps popping up in brains that resist aging and Alzheimer's

Reelin protein protects the brain from diseases like Alzheimer's and age-related cognitive decline, with potential for drug development.
Exercise
fromScienceDaily
4 weeks ago

Increasing physical activity in middle age may protect against Alzheimer's disease

Increased physical activity between ages 45 and 65 reduces Alzheimer's disease risk by lowering beta-amyloid accumulation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
10 months ago

A protein called Reelin keeps popping up in brains that resist aging and Alzheimer's

Reelin protein protects the brain from diseases like Alzheimer's and age-related cognitive decline, with potential for drug development.
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#cognitive-health
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
8 months ago

Nearly Half of Dementia Cases Can Be Prevented or Delayed

Most Americans over 40 are worried about cognitive decline, emphasizing the need for awareness regarding dementia risk factors and preventive measures.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
8 months ago

Nearly Half of Dementia Cases Can Be Prevented or Delayed

Most Americans over 40 are worried about cognitive decline, emphasizing the need for awareness regarding dementia risk factors and preventive measures.
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Mental health
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

The brain resorts to myelin when other brain nutrients are depleted

Marathon running induces reversible changes in brain myelin, which may impact energy metabolism and offer insights for treating demyelinating diseases.
Beer
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Doctors Just Found Something Horrifying in the Brains of Heavy Alcohol Drinkers

Heavy alcohol consumption increases the risk of brain damage and earlier death.
Moderate drinking appears to be linked to better brain health outcomes.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Is Fasting Bad for Your Brain?

Whether fasting can improve brain health is a complicated question with mixed findings; while some studies suggest potential benefits for conditions like dementia, evidence remains inconclusive and the effects on cognitive function are not well-defined.
Mental health
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Herpes can infect oral sex fans through the nose and affect the brain

The herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) can reach the brain through the nose, leading to serious complications like inflammation, brain damage, and dementia.
Coronavirus
NYC music
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Rick Springfield just discovered he still has brain damage from onstage fall 25 years ago

Rick Springfield discovered he has brain damage from a fall 25 years ago, emphasizing the importance of health awareness.
Science
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Microplastics

Microplastics are widespread, even in remote areas, posing serious health concerns. Recent research shows significant accumulation of plastic in the human brain.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

9 unexpected things we learned about mental health and our brains in 2024

'Brain rot' emphasizes concern over online media consumption impacting mental health, but research offers strategies to enhance cognitive function.
OMG science
fromInsideHook
7 months ago

Study Explores How Infections Can Increase Your Risk of Dementia

Infections like influenza may increase dementia risk decades later due to inflammatory responses affecting brain health.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Rugby brain injury lawsuit stuck in legal limbo and players are still suffering

"Even within the small community of people campaigning for better brain health there were people who would, and did, warn me off talking to him because they felt he had exaggerated his achievements."
Miscellaneous
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
9 months ago

8 Surprising Health Benefits of Eating Almonds

One ounce of almonds is rich in fiber, protein, magnesium, calcium, potassium, iron, and vitamin E, providing numerous health benefits.
Alternative medicine
Mental health
fromClickUp
10 months ago

How to Change Your Brain Naturally

Neuroplasticity allows the brain to form new neural connections and modify existing ones, influenced by experiences and habits throughout our lives.
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