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·August 11, 2022·4 min read

Why Thinking Hard Makes You Tired

Extended intense cognitive work causes potentially toxic byproducts to build up in the prefrontal cortex. This alters control over decision-making, causing a shift toward low-cost actions that require less effort as cognitive fatigue sets in.

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·August 10, 2022·4 min read

Brain Scans Reveal the Hidden Shape of Thinking and Predict Students’ Learning Better Than Test Scores

Neuroimaging study reveals brain changes in students are better indicators of learning than test scores.

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·August 8, 2022·4 min read

Is Brain Fog Limited to Humans?

Researchers found that just as certain infectious diseases can cause cognitive problems in humans, infections can also hinder the cognition of animals too.

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·August 5, 2022·6 min read

To Better Understand the Brain, Look at the Bigger Picture

Zooming out to image larger areas of the brain while using fMRI technology allows researchers to capture additional relevant information, offering a better understanding of neural interplay.

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·August 4, 2022·4 min read

Passive Exercise Offers Same Brain Health Benefits as Active Movements

Passive exercise increases cerebral blood flow and improves executive function, providing the same cognitive benefits as more active exercise.

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·August 3, 2022·6 min read

The Brain Already Benefits From Moderate Physical Activity

Moderate physical activity was linked to increased volume in brain areas associated with memory, especially in older adults. Researchers say mild-to-moderate physical activity may have neuroprotective properties.

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·August 3, 2022·3 min read

Cumulative Loneliness Associated With Accelerated Memory Aging in Older Adults

Feeling lonely for extended periods of time was associated with more rapid memory decline in those aged over 65.

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·July 31, 2022·6 min read

Children Who Lack Sleep May Experience Detrimental Impact on Brain and Cognitive Development That Persists Over Time

Children who sleep less than 9 hours per night have significant differences in brain regions associated with memory, intelligence, and well-being compared to their peers who sleep 9 or more hours per night. Less sleep in children was also associated with increased risks of depression, anxiety, and impulsive behaviors.

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·July 28, 2022·4 min read

Put Down Devices, Let Your Mind Wander

Rather than spending your free time browsing through social media or staring at your cell phone, researchers suggest taking a moment to just sit and think. Spending time alone with your thoughts can help problem-solving, enhance creativity, and improve overall well-being.

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·July 25, 2022·6 min read

Hair and Libido Loss Join Fatigue and Brain Fog Among Wider List of Long COVID Symptoms

Sexual dysfunction and hair loss are being reported as additional symptoms long-COVID patients experience, a new study reports.

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·July 22, 2022·5 min read

Self-Reflection Linked to Improved Late-Life Cognition and Brain Health

A person's ability to self-reflect is associated with cognition and glucose metabolism later in life, a new study finds. Those who engage in more self-reflection had improved cognition, better overall brain health, and increased glucose metabolism later in life.