Neuroplasticity

Keeping Life Fresh And Alive: Things To Consider

Srinivasan Pillay | Posted 12.01.2009 | Living


Srinivasan Pillay

As children we are introduced to new experiences and possibilities in life, and there is a freshness to life's experiences. Why is it that in adulthood, we find ourselves desperately making up ways to feel alive?

Top 7 FAQs On Brain Fitness And Neuroplasticity

Alvaro Fernandez | Posted 10.26.2009 | Living


Alvaro Fernandez

I have selected the 7 most common questions on brain fitness and neuroplasticity, and answered them here. I hope you enjoy the FAQ session.

Can Meditation Change Your Brain And Affect Your Genes?

Dr. Patricia Fitzgerald | Posted 08.22.2009 | Living


Dr. Patricia Fitzgerald

In last week's blog, Susan Smalley, Ph.D., founder of the Mindful Awareness Research Center (MARC) at UCLA, shared with us her fascinating journey. Af...

Debunking 10 Brain Health Myths

Alvaro Fernandez | Posted 07.24.2009 | Living


Alvaro Fernandez

Think about this: How can anyone take care of his or her brain when every week brings a new barrage of articles and studies which seem to contradict each other?

Top 15 Brain Fitness Articles of 2008

Alvaro Fernandez | Posted 02.02.2009 | Living


Alvaro Fernandez

Thinking about best ways to maintain your brain in top shape in 2009? Let me share a quick definition of "brain fitness", and a ranking of the most popular articles of 2008 on the topic.

Ready to Measure Your Brain Fitness?

Alvaro Fernandez | Posted 07.22.2008 | Living


Alvaro Fernandez

Brain scientists don't recognize one overall "brain age" or "intelligence". We can view our brain functions or cognitive abilities as a variety of skills; there's no "brain age" that can be measured.

A Multi-Pronged Approach to Brain Health

Alvaro Fernandez | Posted 07.05.2008 | Living


Alvaro Fernandez

I interviewed Dr. Larry McCleary, the former acting Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Denver Children's Hospital about how to nourish our brains.