Category: Functional Neurology
Teen depression explodes along with smart phone use
Although depression continues to rise among the population as a whole, it is rising most dramatically among teens, and smart phones may be largely to blame. Major depression diagnoses among … Read More
Fail a sobriety test while sober? Your brain is in trouble
Even if you don’t drink or, heaven forbid, drive drunk, it’s still worth conducting a sobriety test on yourself while sober. This can give you valuable information about your brain … Read More
Memory slipping? This brain chemical may be low
If your memory is starting to slip, if you get lost on common routes while driving, or if you find your brain isn’t working the way it used to, it … Read More
Want your kid to be a happy adult? Get them into nature
Parents want their children to grow into healthy, happy adults. But a recent study shows they may be missing out on a powerful ingredient to help make that happen: Plenty … Read More
The best fat for your brain: DHA in fish and algae oil
Fish oil capsules tout their ratios of DHA and EPA. But DHA and EPA offer different benefits and the ratio between these two matters when it comes to brain health. … Read More
Low motivation, self-worth, or tolerance to stress? Check your dopamine
When a person has low self-esteem, low motivation, feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness, and is prone to temperamental outbursts, it’s common to pin that on some deep-rooted psychological issue. Although … Read More
The Art of lowering stress and feeding the right brain in a left-brain world
A new study shows that making art — sculpting, drawing, or collage-making — lowers stress hormones, even if you aren’t an artist. This is important for brain health as stress … Read More
Sexual violence changes the shape of the female brain
Crazy, hysterical, overly sensitive, hyper sensitive — these are the labels often given to women. Although it’s true the female hormone estrogen is associated with feeling and being more emotional, … Read More
Study links schizophrenia with specific gut bacteria
It’s the age of the gut microbiome — researchers are finding our gut bacteria influence multiple aspects of our personality, mood, and health. New research has now recently shown a … Read More
Crawling is important for childhood brain development
A toddler’s first steps are a milestone event parents eagerly await. However, early walking does not mean your child is advanced. In fact, it can mean your child’s brain has … Read More