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12/27/2021
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By Matthew Davis
Scientists find that strategic use of aromas during sleep may improve exam performance
A recent study has shown that odor plays a role in learning, in particular, in improving exam performance. In the report, published in the journal Scientific Reports, lead author Jurgen Kornmeier noted that fragrances have a supportive effect that “works very reliably in everyday life and can be used in a targeted way.” Their findings supported […]
09/02/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Having PTSD and an abnormal mix of gut bacteria linked to poor cognitive performance in military veterans
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and cirrhosis make for a debilitating combination among veterans. On top of their impact on both mental health and hepatic health in patients, scant research and little medical progress complicate treatment for either condition. In a major breakthrough, Jasmohan Bajaj, a gastroenterologist from Virginia Commonwealth University, and his colleagues found that an imbalanced gut might […]
07/22/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Research reveals unlikely connection between oral health and cognitive decline among the elderly
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society showed that poor oral health is linked to cognitive decline. Researchers at New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing, the University of Nevada and Rutgers University found that older Chinese adults in the U.S. who reported teeth symptoms experienced faster cognitive decline than those who reported gum symptoms. This finding underscores […]
05/13/2020
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By Arsenio Toledo
The link between sleep deprivation and Alzheimer’s
Studies have shown that there’s a relationship between dementia and exercise, nutrition and social interaction. One other important factor you need to consider if you want to lower your risk of Alzheimer’s disease is the amount of restful sleep you get every night. In a landmark study published in the journal The Lancet, researchers found that around a third of […]
05/12/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The bigger your brain, the better your cognitive performance: Study
For decades, scientists have been trying to answer the age-old question of whether or not the size of the human brain correlates with cognitive performance. In a recent study — the largest of its kind — researchers at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) finally found empirical evidence suggesting that brain volume is positively associated […]
03/27/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Keeping your hands busy linked to maintaining a “healthy mood”
Have you ever felt the sudden need to just get up and start working with your hands, be it to do something fun, busy work, or even chores like scrub your bathroom, while you’re in the middle of an important project? Don’t worry. As it turns out, you’re not procrastinating — your brain just needed […]
02/06/2020
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By Grace Olson
Meditation isn’t just a relaxing activity; it also offers science-backed benefits such as improved brain function
More and more people are practicing meditation with the discovery of its many health benefits. To add to the list, researchers from the University of California Davis found that meditation has positive long-term effects on cognitive health. The study, which was published in the Journal of Cognitive Enhancement, explained how meditation helps delay cognitive decline. Meditation can improve sustained attention Despite the fact that […]
12/16/2019
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By Grace Olson
Anxiety is a double-edged sword: The 3 benefits of situational anxiety
People often classify anxiety as a negative emotion. Often, it’s characterized by intense fear and worry, manifesting in sweaty palms, agitation, fatigue and muscle tenseness. Indeed, in excessive amounts, it gets in the way of even the most basic daily activities. In the U.S. alone, anxiety disorders affects 40 million adults, becoming the most common mental illness […]
12/01/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Can listening to music help you concentrate better? Experts say NO
Many people listen to music while working to help them concentrate and focus on their tasks, but research disagrees with this notion. A study published in the journal Applied Psychology: An International Review revealed that listening to music as you work actually stunts your creativity and keeps you distracted. In the study, researchers from the […]
11/18/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Crossword-loving puzzleheads have better brain function – even later in life
With the rise of online media, many people consider newspapers to be a dying medium. However, hidden inside your local paper could be the key to a younger brain. Crossword puzzles and Sudoku are often associated with older adults who still prefer to read newspapers. Now, recent evidence suggests that doing these puzzles regularly could lead […]
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