Neuroscience 2/2

Sep 16, 20193 min read

Biased samples skew brain imaging research

It’s hard not to get excited about the brave new world of neuroscience, and what we’ve learned about the brain. But is that enthusiasm...

Sep 16, 20193 min read

Can your stress change my brain?

Canadian researchers have discovered that other people’s stress can alter your brain as much as real stress. We all know that chronic...

Sep 16, 20196 min read

4 tips for keeping your brain fit at any age

Can yoga, meditation, and a healthy lifestyle help stave off age-related declines in memory, concentration, and information processing,...

Sep 16, 20193 min read

Aging Brains Keep Producing New Cells Research Finds

Researchers at Columbia University find evidence that healthy older adults can generate as many new brain cells as younger people. For...

Sep 16, 20192 min read

Research: Breathing exercises and meditation really do sharpen the mind

For the first time, researchers at Trinity College Dublin show a neurophysiological link between breathing patterns and attention. For...

Sep 16, 20195 min read

Mind-body practices and the vagus nerve are the keys to resilience

Polyvagal Theory and ancient yoga philosophy share similar views when it comes to how yoga can increase self-regulation and resilience....

Sep 16, 20196 min read

The Science of How Mindfulness Relieves Post Traumatic Stress

Here's how mindfulness-based therapies may help to ease traumatic stress symptoms. Pain, loss and traumatic events are part of the human...

Sep 16, 20193 min read

Brain's memory center holds clues about depression and anxiety

Part of the brain commonly associated with memory and dementia could also hold the key for depression, anxiety and emotional regulation....

Sep 16, 20194 min read

Is stress contagious?

Researchers in Alberta Canada discover that stress is contagious, and that social support may help buffer these effects, but only for...

Sep 16, 20193 min read

Breathing rhythm affects memory and fear

A study finds that the rhythm of your breath can influence brain activity that enhances memory recall and emotional experience. Breathing...

Sep 16, 20191 min read

The body's sensations give rise to emotions

New research from Finland finds that the sensations in your body give rise to your emotions. Think of the last time that you were...

B GRACE BULLOCK PhD