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BRAIN ACTIVITY  

It is a myth that we use only 10% of our brains, we use all of our brain power.

Research article on how alcohol can affect the brain long term.

Most people can recall doing a brain teaser or two during their formative years, mostly in a classroom setting. However, do they actually help to keep your mind young or are they simply a way to pass time?

In a fast paced society where computer and manufacturing skills feature highly on the list of job possibilities and where creative occupations are the way of the gifted minority, we are leaning more and more heavily on only half of our grey matter.

Maintaining healthy brain activity is important for mental health. Take a look at the recent brain-enhancing programs hitting the market today.

It's not exactly mind control that has been depicted on science fiction films and television shows. But scientists at the Wadsworth Center have developed a device that will permit a person to operate a computer simply using the power of the brain.

Traumatic Brain Injury caused by a blow or sudden trauma, disrupts normal function of the brain. Severity of bran injury can be mild, moderate or severe with various symptoms. Different types of brain injuries. Progesterone shown affective treating TBI.

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Has current brain research yielded usable information? Does the new research in Quantum biology hold possible missing aspects? What do we know about the brain?

Can we really determine the existence of God by studying the human brain? Scientists say maybe. Neurotheologists are scientists who try to explain religious experiences in people through brain function, and this is becoming quite the debate.

Chocolate is a sweet treat that has the power to make you feel great. But, did you know that that little piece of chocolate you are eating boosts brain power? Read on:

A study released by scientists in Canada has found a link between music lessons and childhood brain development. The first of its kind study will be discussed in the October issue of Brain.

There are billions of brain cells (neurons) in your brain forming a highly complicated neural network. This very moment millions of brain cells in your brain are sending messages to one another by causing electrical firings and producing thoughts, emotions and feelings.

Researches at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have just completed a new study to demonstrate that women and men respond to psychological stress differently and in different parts of the brain.

Is Brain Age 2 better than the original Brain Age? I will compare the two games, so you can determine which game you should get. You might even consider getting both!

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The brain function in question -- which researchers refer to as "slow wave activity" -- is critical to the restoration of mood and the ability to learn, think and remember.

There's now strong evidence that humans, like other species, grow new brain cells throughout their lives, a finding that could lead to improved treatments for brain injuries and disease

For individuals who suffer a brain injury, the impact to memory and cognitive function can be permanent and range from mild to severe.

The Brain is one of the most amazing organs in the human body. It regulates and controls a number of different body functions, controls movement, helps us to experience sensation and emotion.

brain activity decreases at old age, a new computer game stimulates brain and enhances it!!

It is important that as a parent you not only teach your baby, but that you exercise their brain as well. Some of the steps you can take are to cultivate their interest in fresh new areas such as art word games, or by teaching them another language.

The brain, what is it? The brain is a portion of the central nervous system that is contained within the skull. The brain controls movement, sleep, hunger, thirst and virtually every other vital activity that is necessary for survival

Meditation has a profound mental effect, this is already known, but what is not so well known is the fact that meditation my physically alter the brain. Our grey matter is indeed physically influenced by out thoughts.

The ability to live by the golden rule may be displayed in an MRI of the brain, according to a new study.

Approved in 1997, Deep Brain Stimulation is widely studied in the success and treatment of various diseases and disorders, specifically degenerative neurological syndromes.

A review of the top tips to fight brain fog.

Looking for a constructive game or activity to occupy your mind after a stressful day? Try Scrabble for a break into the world of words, and do your brain a favor by improving your intelligence in the process.

Neurobics is a coined word for exercises you can do to strengthen your brain.

This article describes fund ways to make your brain cells active and strong. It can contribute to good health and an even greater level of intelligence.

This article will offer helpful tips on preventing a brain aneurysm.

A new study has been conducted on the brain activity of women who have recovered from anorexia nervosa and has shown that their brain activity differs from healthy women even after they recover. The research shows an underlying cause behind anorexia.

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers report that recovering anorexia nervosa patients have a different brain activity pattern than women of similar age and other characteristics who did not have the disorder.

As we age, our brains become less "bushy". Use these guides to stimulate continued bushy development of your brain.

Some researchers feel the best course of action is to keep the cell phone away from your brain by keeping it attached to your belt on your waist. But there are OTHER researchers who say doing that can make you sterile or worse.

The cerebral cortex in our brain is the outer layer that helps us during reasoning, planning, and self-awareness. It has a central clearing house that is widely connected with regions in a large network. It is similar to subway map

Taking a look at how we process information.

People may think that they can fool everyone when they believe, or don't believe something to be true. Researchers have discovered that magnetic imagining reveals differences in brain activity when someone is being honest, or deceptive.

A new study has shown that men judge their success based on how much money they make above a colleague. The study shows that men's brain activity is stronger in their "reward center" when they have been given a monetary reward for the accomplishments above their colleagues.

They finally figured it out. I've been waiting for this day my whole life. A new technology created in Japan allows you to control electronic devices by reading brain activity.

Fall is almost here. Learn what fall activity ideas and thought provoking questions are ideal to use with those who have Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Find out why it is so important to stimulate the minds of these folks.

A discussion of the split-brain, from the experimentation, the findings, and the ways in which the brain works both together and as separate pieces.

Researchers have discovered that the brains of musical conductors work differently than the rest of us. They are able to increase one sense without decreasing their ability to use a second sense.

A scientific study from New York University and UCLA shows definite differences in how Republicans and Democrats process information.

A summary of a little bit on how the brain works and current studies proving how emotions and immune system affect our brain which in turn affect our health.

There are six very important brain waves that have been studied extensively in both humans and animals. The animal studies have been mostly conducted on rodents like rats and mice.

A new study published in the journal of Neuroscience reveals that teenagers that are able to resist peer pressure have strong neural connections in areas of their brain that control judgment and behavior.

Are you settling for another night of zoning out in front of the television? Turning into a web junkie? Chances are your brain needs a boost; here are seven ways to exercise your brain and tap into your creativity skills.

Migraines can cause parts of the brain to swell up, leaving the sufferer with potential brain damage as a result of each painful headache. Is it permanent brain damage?...

It has identified that part of the brain that is responsible for storing ordered information. That is the order in which we see things.

Mr. Stolyarov explores the uses of brain scanning technology and how it has helped scientists better treat brain disorders as well as understand the role of such parts of the brain as the cerebellum.

For individuals who suffer from right brain or left brain lesions, there may be complications associated with dreaming, including loss of recollection

Doctors on TV shows are consistently ordering CT scans, PET scans, and MRI's. What are these scans? This article briefly goes over each of the more common brain scans.

With this, activity of individual muscles or muscle fibers during action can be measured in various and valuable ways.

Ten ways to increase brain power.

Instead of brain drain from playing video games, try these brain boosting titles.

Ten ways to increase brain power.

Diet and exercise is essential, make your brain work for you...just don't forget to do it!

Keep your noggin fit with brain exercises.

Use of Magnetic waves to treat clinical deppression

General description of the right brain, left brain theory, history and origin of the theory, and an artist's perspective on the subject are all included in this paper.

are organ transplants permissible under Jewish law? What procedures are allowed?

This article explains the four brain wave patterns and how they are different. It examines the role of the subconscious in each and recommends where to best apply hypnotic suggestion.

Head trauma results in memory impairment and worse. Want proof? Just ask Muhammad Ali

This is the second part of a general strategy to ward off the dangerous effects of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer. In part 1 we talked about the "Eat well, and Take Supplement with your diet" legs of the strategy to strengthen your brain.

Everyone knows that alcohol, or too much of it, affects our brain cells. How does this happen? Researchers set out to answer this question.

New brain imaging techniques have allowed researchers to compare cortex thickness in different part of the brain. Those with ADHD seem to develop more slowly in the frontal cortex, some by three to five years slower than those without ADHD.

Seeing the enlarged whites of fearful eyes is enough to activate a fear structure in the brain called the amygdala. Seeing that in someone else's eyes could just save you from an attack.

Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed a novel method for helping promote new cell growth in the brain and central nervous system, with hopes for developing therapies for Alzheimer's and Parkinson syndrome

Looking for a way to boost your intelligence? Many experts suggest physical exercise as a way to improve memory and build brain power. Here are the best exercises to get started.

The treatment of drug addiction might just have taken a giant leap forward. Scientists have discovered the area of the brain responsible for causing the cravings for drugs.

Pregnancy brain is not just a figment of your imagination - it's real. Here are some tips in dealing with this frustrating condition.

Now that summer's finally arrived, kids can enjoy themselves right? Wrong. Countless studies prove that summer brain inactivity results in a less productive self during the learning season. Here are some helpful tips and advice to promote a summer of learning for your child.

For individuals who suffer from an acquired brain injury, there is a risk for developing a lack of inhibition and a complication known as "delay discounting".

You've had it for years, probably every day. You dread it, and you know when it's coming. A new study reveals some amazing data on how to teach your brain to beat chronic pain.

With the release of Nintendo's Wii gaming console, in 2006, many gamers are now finding an outlet to achieve physical activity while enjoying interactive gaming.

Eating is a necessary activity we all routinely engage in, but rarely consider its purpose. You often eat because you're hungry, but sometimes only because a clock tells you its lunchtime even when food isn't really needed.

The article covers 8 good reasons to engage in daily physical activity.

A lot has been said about our brain's electrical activity and its ability to create electromagnetic oscillations called waves or brainwaves. There are different types of brainwaves Depending on their frequency range (Alpha, Beta, Omega etc.).

Make learning and improve memory by integrating all of your senses into the experience. Scientist discovered that multi-sensory experiences reinforce information to the brain.

Information storage is a primary characteristic of the brain. Is it a part of our evolution to make information more accessible? This article attempts to explore concepts related to this idea.

Researchers at Brown University have just released the results of a study that began two years ago when they made the discovery that if the activity of the cancer-suppressing protein p53 is decreased, the fruit flies live much longer, at least if fruit fly time

Lately, scientists have begun to discover what yogis have known for centuries; that yoga is good for the brain.

This discovery is considered to be important for the future treatment of disorders like depression and schizophrenia because in disorders like this, the thought is that there is miss- communication between different parts of the brain.

Groundbreaking research at Vanderbilt University is the first to be able to locate the areas of the brain responsible for the way we see borders and surfaces.

A new study published in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report reveals that two-thirds of sports- and recreation-related traumatic brain injuries in the U.S. occur in children and teenagers.

For the first time in the history of medicine, a specific brain area, that controls auditory functions, is shown to be related to schizophrenia hallucinations

For women who suffer from pre-eclampsia, there may be an increased risk for complications associated with brain lesions, post-partum

"Hug Your Kids Today!" started as a result of a project Michelle Nichols had undertaken to honor her young son, Mark, who,in July 1998, died suddenly of brain cancer. She offers her hard won insights on parenting and "work-life" balance and the importance of "hugs".

Each year more baby boomers turn 60, and concerns about dementia or Alzheimer's disease are clearly on their minds. The jokes about "senior moments" and "Old Timer's" disease are no longer something to laugh about.

A whole new area of toys is beginning to open up. Gone are the days of actually using your hands. Engineers working at NeuroSky are testing prototypes for brainwave-reading tpys and video games.

Because brain hemispheres don't "fall asleep" in unison, your sleep disorder may be associated with a particular hemisphere of the brain where EEG activity is not slowing down at the same rate.

This paper describes the functions that occur within the brain while a person is being motivated. This paper uses exercise as the motivating factor.

Andre Waters a Former NFL player, recently killed himself. Dr's say it was due to extensive brain damage caused by concussions. This talks about him, and the problem with concussions in the NFL in general.