Researchers at Washington University published the “mos intricate” map of the human cortex to date. To many, the cortex represents the seat of human intelligence: not only does it process information from our various senses, it also drives higher cognitive functions, such as planning, strategy and self-control. Read full article: Singularity HUB, “Scientists Complete the Most Detailed Map of the Brain Ever”
Silence is good for your brain and lowers stress, but where can you find it?
July 19th, 2016 - By admin in Anxiety, Athletic/Performance Enhancement, SleepEven as the world gets noisier, scientists are learning more about the very real negative physical and mental effects of noise. And it’s through those studies of noise pollution that we are also getting a handle on how important silence is to the brain and mental health. Read Full Article: mother nature network, “Silence is good for your brain and lowers stress, but where can …more
“Finish each day before you begin the next, and interpose a solid wall of sleep between the two. This you cannot do without temperance.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
June 24th, 2016 - By admin in Sleep, UncategorizedWhy You Still Probably Need More Rest
June 10th, 2016 - By admin in SleepOf all our personal limited resources, it is a wonder why rest gets such short shrift. Too many of us have forgotten what being rested actually feels like. In light of that, this article offers up a few suggestions to remedy the situation. Read Full Article: Why You Still Probably Need More Rest (and 23 Ways to Get It)
In Defense of Absurdly Early Bedtimes
May 19th, 2016 - By admin in SleepResearch consistently shows that putting kids to bed early is beneficial for their physical, emotional, and cognitive development. Not only do kids tend to sleep more when the lights go out sooner, but they also may get a greater proportion of restorative sleep, too. Read Full Article, “In Defense of Absurdly Early Bedtimes”
CDC Issues Treatment Plan for ADHD Kids
May 16th, 2016 - By admin in Information on ADD/ADHDThe US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emphasized this month that behavior therapy should be the first step in treatment for kids with ADHD. Full Article: Albany Patch, “CDC Issues Treatment Plan for ADHD Kids”
Better Aging Through Practice, Practice, Practice
May 13th, 2016 - By admin in Athletic/Performance EnhancementSomething that might provide you with a deeply satisfying sense of yourself that you did have when you were much, much younger. Find something — something new, something difficult — to immerse yourself in and improve at. Full Article: The New York Times, “Better Aging Through Practice, Practice, Practice”
Read This Story Without Distraction (Can You?)
May 5th, 2016 - By admin in Athletic/Performance Enhancement, Information on ADD/ADHDHumans have finite neural resources that are depleted every time we switch between tasks. Monotasking, also referred to as single-tasking or unitasking, isn’t just about getting things done; It is a 21st-century term for “paying attention.” Read full article: The New York Times, “Read This Story Without Distraction (Can You?)”
Kids’ Grades Can Suffer When Mom Or Dad Is Depressed
April 12th, 2016 - By admin in Anxiety, Psychotherapy, SleepWhen parents suffer depression, there can be a ripple effect on children. Kids may become anxious, even sad. There may be behavior problems. Health may suffer. Full Article: npr, “Kids’ Grades Can Suffer When Mom Or Dad Is Depressed”
Eliminating the stigma of napping at work
April 6th, 2016 - By admin in Athletic/Performance Enhancement, SleepNaps are actually a performance enhancer. Studies have shown that a nap in the morning can boost creative thinking, while afternoon naps can help people feel better physically. Full Article: Huffington Post, “Arianna: Office Nap Rooms Will Soon Be As Common As Conference Rooms”
