by webman | Feb 14, 2022 | Mind
Our mental ability to divide the complex world into categories makes our daily life much easier. But how do we categorize? What kind of stimulus properties do we assess? Researchers have come a step closer to answering these questions with the help of pigeons…...
by webman | Jan 24, 2022 | Mind
Puzzles, games, and even riddles can help delay the symptoms of dementia and alzheimer’s disease. Studies show that keeping the mind active can reduce the amount of brain cell damage that occurs in Alzheimer’s patients, as well as support the growth of new nerve cells...
by webman | Jan 2, 2022 | Mind
As someone who thinks a lot about mental health, I have always been a sucker for the month of December. Even though our climate gives us dark days and cold temperatures, our consumer-driven culture pushes us to gobble up the bargains and drain our wallets, and our...
by webman | Dec 12, 2021 | Mind
For many, the holidays are anticipated as idyllic—a long-awaited time to connect with family and friends, share memories, play games, watch familiar movies (we all have our favorites—Home Alone, Harry Potter, Elf, It’s A Wonderful Life—you know yours), watch sports,...
by webman | Nov 22, 2021 | Mind
Whether we like it or not, digital devices are everywhere. Some of us can barely put them down, even when we’re with cherished family and friends. While these devices can enhance learning and build community, they can also interfere with everything from sleep to...
by webman | Nov 1, 2021 | Mind
When we think of someone who’s emotionally mature, we typically picture a person who has a good understanding of who they are. Even if they don’t have all the answers, an emotionally mature individual gives off a sense of “calm amid the storm.” They’re the ones we...
