Posts Tagged ‘cognitive-development’
To maintain lifelong mental acuity, avoid early retirement and repetitive jobs
This is your brain on retirement — not nearly as sharp, studies are finding (The Washington Post): “Retiring at 55 and spending the rest of your life relaxing on the front porch may sound appealing, but if you want your brain to keep working, it’s probably not a good idea. Mounting evidence shows that staying in…
Read MoreUpdate: 40% of ADHD diagnoses, 70% of treatment plans, fall short of AAP guidelines
Time for SharpBrains’ December e‑newsletter, featuring a wide range of insights on brain health and innovation, and a deep analysis of this new study that found large gaps between research and practice in ADHD diagnosis and treatment. Did you know, for example, that over 40% of diagnoses, and over 70% of the treatment plans, fall short of…
Read MoreCognitive development across the lifespan (young minds’ edition)
— Cognitive development (great article at Frontiers for Young Minds; a new publication “edited for kids, by kids”): “…The distinction between fluid and crystallized intelligence is important because the two are influenced by different factors. While the former is more biologically determined and genetically predisposed, the latter is shaped more by experience. This is a little bit similar…
Read MoreOn brain development, socioeconomic status and parenting styles
Rich Man, Poor Man: Socioeconomic Adversity and Brain Development (Cerebrum): “..While early exposure to additional languages or music may lead to beneficial changes in brain development, early adversity can likewise have important but detrimental effects on the brain. For example,
Read MoreStudy: Questioning the cognitive benefits of music classes
The ‘Mozart effect’ of having kids study music? It’s only a myth, researchers find (Washington Post): “Children get plenty of benefits from music lessons: Learning to play an instrument can be a great outlet for a child’s creativity, and the repeated practice can teach much-needed focus and discipline. What’s more, the payoff, whether it’s learning a…
Read MoreDebunking 10 Cognitive Health and Fitness Myths
The new research report findings suggests 10 cognitive health and fitness myths that can take one’s brain development to newer heights. These are called the pillars of brain health.
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