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Nurturing Brain Health for Peace of Mind and Resilience
Reading Time: 6 minutes. Through proven lifestyle choices and mindful practices, we can strengthen our brain health and cultivate peace of mind. Regular physical exercise, proper nutrition, quality sleep, and meaningful social connections form the foundation of cognitive resilience. By engaging in community activities, practising stress management, and maintaining active mental stimulation, we’re building protective barriers…
Understanding PTSD: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Reading Time: 7 minutes. PTSD occurs when you experience or witness trauma, leading to persistent symptoms like intrusive memories, avoidance behaviours, and hyperarousal. While up to 90% of people face traumatic events, only 6-8% develop PTSD, with higher rates among veterans and minorities. Your brain’s fear response system becomes dysregulated, affecting daily functioning and physical…
Unlocking the Secrets of Biohacking for a Healthier Life
Reading Time: 6 minutes. Biohacking combines data-driven experimentation with scientific enhancement to elevate your biological potential. You’ll need to understand your biology through self-testing and targeted sleep, nutrition, and environmental interventions. Key strategies include maintaining ideal bedroom temperatures (18-20°C), using True Dark glasses to manage circadian rhythms, and implementing precise meal timing. Modern techniques can extend the…
Mindful Expectations: Understanding Cognitive Changes in Pregnancy
Reading Time: 12 minutes. As the old saying goes, ‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’. When understanding cognitive changes in pregnancy, this wisdom rings particularly true. Understanding these alterations can help expecting mothers and their healthcare providers better prepare for, adapt to, and manage cognitive shifts during pregnancy and postpartum. This…
The Complete Biohacker’s Cheat Sheet: Top Tips For Optimising Brain Function
Reading Time: 8 minutes. In the era where ‘brains over brawn’ has become old school and ‘brain is the new brawn’ is the avant-garde, biohacking offers a tantalising prospect. It’s not every day one can optimise their mental prowess by tinkering with biology’s hidden knobs and dials. This article delivers a comprehensive play-by-play, or rather,…
Unlocking Potential: Strategies for Managing ADHD Symptoms
Reading Time: 5 minutes. This article presents an analytical exploration of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), focusing on its symptoms, impacts, and potential management strategies. It encompasses a comprehensive discussion of lifestyle modifications, therapeutic interventions, and societal roles in managing ADHD. The aim is to provide a thorough understanding that fosters effective symptom control, ultimately…
Unleashing Clear Thinking: The Power of Neurofeedback
Reading Time: 5 minutes. An all-too-common experience for many of us is the battle against mental fog and difficulty focusing. However, a technique called neurofeedback could hold the solution. This process involves monitoring and adjusting brain activity to encourage it to function in a new and different way. At a recent Modern Age event, I…
Advancements in ADHD Treatment: Emerging Medications and Therapies
Reading Time: 5 minutes. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) impacts over 6 million children in the United States, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In the United Kingdom, approximately 5% of children are diagnosed with ADHD, according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. Research into treatments is ongoing,…
Top 5 Relaxation Techniques for Reducing Anxiety in ADHD
Reading Time: 6 minutes. In the realm of mental health, ADHD often walks hand in hand with anxiety. This article explores the efficacy of relaxation techniques as a non-pharmacological strategy to manage these symptoms. A comprehensive review of five leading strategies grounded in empirical evidence is provided. The objective is to equip those serving individuals…
Northside Hospital Revolutionises Maternal Mental Health
Reading Time: 4 minutes. Northside Hospital in Georgia, USA, is leading the way in maternal mental health. The hospital has launched a unique program to improve care for expecting mothers. Mental health issues are a major cause of death linked to pregnancy, especially among Black women. Northside Hospital’s new approach involves parent-infant psychotherapy. This not…
