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fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Getting Our Kids' Brains Back on Track

The problem is not just social media, but rather the quick "hits" of news, entertainment, and other information we experience all day long. These short bites, without context, are diminishing our prefrontal neural networks and affecting our ability to plan, organize, and solve problems. Teens who think they understand an issue because they've seen a 15-second video about it have not only missed the news, but they've missed the opportunity to understand context, evaluate sources, and draw conclusions. And it's damaging their brains along the way.
Digital life
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Psychology of Crime and the Prefrontal Cortex

Damage to the prefrontal cortex often correlates with increased impulsivity that can drive disadvantageous, non-gain criminal behaviors such as vandalism, fights, and road rage.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Exploring Aspects of Your Brain for Keys to Thriving

Oxytocin, PFC strengthening practices, and lifestyle habits like exercise, sunlight, and sleep optimize stress, immunity, mood, and executive brain function.
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