Articles related to "Brain Activity"

Time's special issue feature explores what we know and don't yet know about mind, brain, body, and consciousness. How does this affect personal development?

This continues a review of Time's special issue feature which explores what we know and don't yet know about mind, brain, body, and consciousness.

Garfield - yes, the chubby cartoon cat - has an amazing collection left and right brain resources through the Professor Garfield website, as well as a teacher section.

Twenty-five students sitting a classroom are not processing information in the same manner. The brain is translating information differently in each person.

The questions of when life begins and when life ends have polarized opinions on abortion and end of life issues. Can the criteria used to define brain death serve both?

Many people exercise so they can get a lean, toned body. Working out does not just make you look good, though; it can also help keep your mind sharp.

Has the focus on math and reading under NCLB actually hurt learning?

Dyslexia research, most often with people suffering from alexia, studies the brain's processes while reading, through functional imaging tests (or PETs and fMRIs).

For generations, coffee drinkers have believed that coffee makes them more alert and smarter. Now research seems to back up the commonly held beliefs.

Dr Kawashima offers to improve brain power in just 60 days. This book may even be more effective than the Nintendo brain training game that bears Kawashima's name.

America's trust in pharmaceuticals is re-examined and an alternative to prescription drugs is recommended as addiction rates rise and legal drug deaths hit mainstream

Teaching elderly people how to do Internet searches stimulates their cognitive functions, resulting in better memory and decision-making abilities.

Draw, cut and paste circles to create a fun card or picture with your kids. This activity will help with finger muscles, brain development and prepare them for school.

Women may have suspected it all along but their male counterparts have an easier time reaching their fitness goals, whether it's losing fat or gaining muscles, than they

Smoking or using tobacco products during pregnancy can increase a child's risk of developing Attention Deficit Disorder and behavioral and learning problems.

Belief in God and engaging in spiritual, self-transcending experiences produce changes in the brain.

Martin Lindstrom pioneers the use of neuroscience to investigate consumer "Buyology" - the subconscious thoughts, feelings, and desires that drive purchasing decisions.

Caffeine works by interfering with adenosine: one of the brain's "brakes", making it effective at low doses, and safe for those who are not pregnant.

While many cases of ADD/ADHD have genetic roots, there are also preventable causes of ADD/ADHD that need to be examined.

The body systems and mind operate in integrated patterns. Changing one pattern such as relaxing the muscles or changing posture affects the mind and other body systems.

According to research and documentation, NDEs exist. This field of study is relatively new, beginning in the early 1970s. Their origin, currently, is speculation.

The 2006 National Survey on Drug Use and Health revealed that among American youth ages 12 - 17 years old , 6% of them had tried prescription drugs for recreational use.

"Professor Layton and the Curious Village" is a puzzle-solving game for Nintendo DS that is not intended to be finished in a day.

Whether you are aware of it or not, your sense of smell stirs your hormones, helps you to choose a sexual partner and once you have been enticed, scent increases your sex

Sleep quality changes with each of the five sleep transitions. A predictable sleep cycle is necessary for good health. How can we sleep better?

New forays in brain research reveal that Gamma brainwaves are associated with language development and optimal brain function.

Recent years have seen a renewed interest in the neurology of hypnosis. Improved brain scanning technology has made this possible and has led to fascinating observations.

Students are told that they must work hard to achieve success in math in high school because math will be needed in the real world. Is this really true?

Nicotine has been linked to certain cancers and respiratory diseases. In fact, approximately 50% of all individuals who smoke will die of smoking related illnesses.

Scientists are starting to uncover startling evidence that suggests overweight people owe their food addiction to low levels of certain brain chemicals.

Being able to relax is a huge factor in good health. Biofeedback can help the individual to control how the body reacts to stress and gain benefit from proper relaxation.

One of the biggest battles of manic depression is finding the best bipolar disorder medication for your particular case.

Current trends in neuroscience offer evidence that we can consciously improve our health and well-being by simply changing our minds.

Overeating is typical of the American culture. So then why are so many people nutrient deficient? Americans tend to over eat; unfortunately they are eating the wrong food

Hoarding effects nearly 2 million Americans who are unable to remove the growing clutter from their homes. Research provides new understanding for the disorder.

Researchers have found that genetic variances alter brain activity in children more susceptible to Alzheimer's development as they age.

Diagnosing sleep apnea begins with a symptom history, and progresses to a complex sleep apnea test at a sleep clinic.

Brainstorming all aspects of a story can be made more effective and efficient with these simple tips.

EFT is an alternative healing technique that requires no special training or equipment, and using only your hands, can produce incredible and instantaneous results.

Chocolate has been cherished by humans for thousands of years. It is one of the top foods craved by women and, according to romantic lore, an aphrodisiac.

Western health authorities urge population-wide lowering of cholesterol levels, yet heart disease remains the leading cause of death.

Neuroscientist Richard Davidson found that meditation has a profound and permanent impact on the brain, improving its capacities for awareness and happiness.

A focus group study by the researchers at the Kinsey Institute finds that men are not as simple as commonly believed. Turn-ons and turn-offs vary widely among men.

What you say when you talk to yourself is extremely important to your personal development. Learn how your self talk may be sabotaging your personal growth.

Driven by curiosity to find out where goose bumps come from, neuroscientist Daniel Levitin, musician Bobby McFerrin and a team of scientists explore why music moves us.

Depression can be devastating. Fortunately, there are natural methods to elevate your spirits. If you've been feeling down, here are 6 ways to lighten your load.

Alcohol remains one of the most commonly used drugs in our society. In fact, studies and surveys indicate it is still the number one drug choice in Canada.

There are many practices that can slow the aging process. Adopt healthy habits to look and feel younger.

Benzodiazepines may be an effective short-term treatment for people with severe anxiety. However, these drugs do carry a significant risk of dependency.

Biofeedback is gaining popularity as a non-prescription and natural treatment option for migraine headaches.