What ’s normal? When it comes to the brain, it’s hard to say, and that’s why we need to study global neurodiversity
In a small village in India—a place so remote it has no electricity, no telecommunication system, and no cars or buses—a research worker prepares to place an EEG headset on a female villager’s head. The woman, who earns $3.75 a day laboring in a nearby rice paddy and who has never ventured outside her village, eyes the futuristic device with trepidation.
“Is it going to hurt my head?” she asks.
Sathish, the research worker, has heard this question before. In fact, he’s heard several similar queries from anxious villagers who have gotten scared when they saw the brainwear.
“Will it give me a headache?”
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Source: SharpBrains - February 12, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Authors: Tan Le Tags: Author Speaks Series Cognitive Neuroscience Education & Lifelong Learning Health & Wellness Technology alpha oscillation axons Berger’s Wave bias big data brain-enhancement brain-related diseases Brainnovations brains brainwa Source Type: blogs
The Vitamin Deficiency Linked To ADHD (M)
ADHD is one of the most common mental health problems in children.
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Source: PsyBlog | Psychology Blog - February 11, 2020 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Jeremy Dean Tags: ADHD subscribers-only Source Type: blogs
Study finds combined pharma + non-pharma treatment most beneficial to help youth with ADHD address long-term academic difficulties
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Academic difficulties are one of the most important adverse consequences of ADHD, and they frequently contribute to parents’ decision to seek treatment for their child. Whether treatment consistently yields a positive impact on long-term academic success is thus an important issue; however, the answer to this question has been somewhat controversial.
A study published recently in the Journal of Attention Disorders represents the most comprehensive effort to date to identify and synthesize research related to this important question.
The Study:
The authors began by identifying all studies published between 19...
Source: SharpBrains - February 10, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Authors: Dr. David Rabiner Tags: Attention and ADD/ADHD Cognitive Neuroscience Education & Lifelong Learning academic academic outcomes academic-performance. ADHD-Treatment combined treatment comorbidities functional outcomes long-term medical non-medical non-ph Source Type: blogs
U.S. Army develops novel way to analyze brain imaging data and shape emerging neurotechnology
We present the results of a large-scale analysis of event-related responses based on raw EEG data from 17 studies performed at six experimental sites associated with four different institutions. The analysis corpus represents 1,155 recordings containing approximately 7.8 million event instances acquired under several different experimental paradigms. Such large-scale analysis is predicated on consistent data organization and event annotation as well as an effective automated preprocessing pipeline to transform raw EEG into a form suitable for comparative analysis…This work demonstrates that EEG mega-analysis (pooling of ...
Source: SharpBrains - February 5, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Authors: SharpBrains Tags: Cognitive Neuroscience Health & Wellness Technology big data brain imaging data brain-activity brain-performance cognitive state cognitive-performance EEG NeuroImage Neurotechnology U.S. Army Source Type: blogs
U.S. Army develops novel way to analyze brain imaging data and shape emerging non-invasive neurotechnology
We present the results of a large-scale analysis of event-related responses based on raw EEG data from 17 studies performed at six experimental sites associated with four different institutions. The analysis corpus represents 1,155 recordings containing approximately 7.8 million event instances acquired under several different experimental paradigms. Such large-scale analysis is predicated on consistent data organization and event annotation as well as an effective automated preprocessing pipeline to transform raw EEG into a form suitable for comparative analysis…This work demonstrates that EEG mega-analysis (pooling of ...
Source: SharpBrains - February 5, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Authors: SharpBrains Tags: Cognitive Neuroscience Health & Wellness Technology big data brain imaging data brain-activity brain-performance cognitive state cognitive-performance EEG NeuroImage Neurotechnology non-invasive neurotechnology U.S. Army Source Type: blogs
Will digital therapeutics complement or replace stimulant medications to address inattention and “silent” cognitive issues?
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Akili Interactive: Digital pediatric ADHD therapeutic performs well with or without accompanying stimulant therapy (MobiHealth News):
“Digital therapeutic company Akili Interactive has announced the first results of an open-label, multisite pediatric ADHD trial providing some patients with the company’s video game-like treatment alongside a stimulant medication.
According to the company, both those who received the AKL-T01 therapy with (n = 130) or without (n = 76) accompanying stimulant medication saw significant improvements one month after baseline (p < .001) as measured by the trial’s primary outcome, rati...
Source: SharpBrains - January 29, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Authors: SharpBrains Tags: Attention and ADD/ADHD Cognitive Neuroscience Health & Wellness Technology ADHD trial ADHD-medication Akili Interactive AKL-T01 cognitive issues digital therapeutic FDA clearance stimulant medication video game-like treatment Source Type: blogs
Understanding, educating, and supporting children with specific learning disabilities: 50 years of science and practice. - PsycNET
https://psycnet-apa-org.ezp2.lib.umn.edu/record/2019-25332-001Grigorenko, E. L., Compton, D. L., Fuchs, L. S., Wagner, R. K., Willcutt, E. G.,& Fletcher, J. M. (2020). Understanding, educating, and supporting children with specific learning disabilities: 50 years of science and practice. American Psychologist, 75(1), 37 –51. https://doi-org.ezp2.lib.umn.edu/10.1037/amp0000452AbstractSpecific learning disabilities (SLDs) are highly relevant to the science and practice of psychology, both historically and currently, exemplifying the integration of interdisciplinary approaches to human conditions. They can be ...
Source: Intelligent Insights on Intelligence Theories and Tests (aka IQ's Corner) - January 29, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Source Type: blogs
Update: Humankind ’s evolving quest to enhance the brain and the mind
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Time for the first SharpBrains’ e‑newsletter in the new decade, featuring a range of inspiring and (mostly) promising news about humankind’s evolving quest to enhance the brain and the mind, and a few fun brain teasers
New thinking:
The NeuroGeneration and Humankind’s Quest to Enhance the Brain
UCSF to open innovative neurology clinic to address “diagnostic odyssey”
For Spanish speakers: watch presentation of El Cerebro Que Cura
New research:
Five profound ways physical exercise shapes your brain and mind
Having ADHD costs $1.1 million in lower lifetime earnings, even when “treated”
Reminder: Profes...
Source: SharpBrains - January 27, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Authors: SharpBrains Tags: Cognitive Neuroscience Education & Lifelong Learning Health & Wellness Technology adhd brain brain riddles Brain Teasers brain teasers for adults brain teasers for teens brain training brain training centers brain-computer interfac Source Type: blogs
Psychology Around the Net: January 25, 2020
This article details more of the report’s findings.
Mental Health at Work: How It Affected My First Job: Young employees are the most vulnerable for experiencing poor mental health on the job, according to research. For some, making the transition from school to a first job can be particularly daunting. This article highlights two young employees and their struggles with mental health issues.
Getting Mental Health Care Can Be Hard Enough. Then Comes Paying for It: Have you ever had to fight an insurance company to get mental health coverage? Joe and Enita Dugan know this battle well, as their son has long struggled with ...
Source: World of Psychology - January 25, 2020 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Traci Pedersen Tags: ADHD and ADD Anxiety and Panic Children and Teens Depression Disorders General LifeHelper Mental Health and Wellness Professional Psychology Psychology Around the Net Self-Help Stress Students first job Immigrants Lonelines Source Type: blogs
How You Can Achieve Mental Wellbeing Through Gardens and Gardening
This article discusses how nature, gardening, and bringing the outdoors in can instill in us a tranquil mindset and improve our mental health.
Nature and Wellbeing
Nature and wellbeing have been thought to be associated throughout history. A 2016 study published by the University of Derby has confirmed the significance of this association from a scientific point of view. Working with the Wildlife Trusts, the researchers found that participants who engaged with nature each day for 30 days reported sustained increases in health and happiness.
The paper suggested that we feel happier after prolonged exposure to...
Source: PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement - January 20, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Jonathan Theuring Tags: featured health and fitness meditation psychology self improvement gardening mental health pickthebrain Source Type: blogs
Using AI and MRI to Detect ADHD
Researchers from theCincinnati Children ' s Hospital Medical Center are utilizingmultichannel deep neural network model (mcDNN) in conjunction with MRI to predict attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, according to a studyrecently published inRadiology: Artificial Intelligence. In the United States, a total of 6.1 million children have been diagnosed with ADHD. Many children with ADHD also struggle with at least one other mental, emotional, or behavioral condition, and 30 percent of youth suffer from anxiety. To lessen the symptoms, many children undergo a combination of behavioral therapy and medic...
Source: radRounds - January 18, 2020 Category: Radiology Authors: Julie Morse Source Type: blogs
A Deeper Dive: How Vulnerable Can a Therapist Be?
For as long as I can remember, “Peeling off the layers to reveal the real” has been my credo. In a dream, the words “Bare Boldly,” echoed through my sleeping but ever so active brain.” When messages come through that insistently, they can’t be ignored. My inner and outer work as a hybrid therapist-journalist prepare me to take this on every day. When that happens, I question if I am too self-revealing.
Last year, I penned an article for Psych Central called When A Therapist and Journalist Comes Clean About Her Self Doubt. It takes a confessional tone as I admit that the way I present isn’t always an accurate ...
Source: World of Psychology - January 17, 2020 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Edie Weinstein, MSW, LSW Tags: Aging Personal Authenticity Shame Vulnerability Source Type: blogs
Easy Goals Even Old Coots Can Achieve
Sometimes the best goals are soft and squishy like an eggnog filled belly.It’s either very late or very early, depending on your point of view. Either way, I’m sitting here thinking deep, New Year’s-like thoughts. In the other room sleeps a friend who almost wasn’t my friend anymore until we patched things last week. Upstairs sleeps my third daughter whose heart is in need of mending as her marriage comes to an end. Hanging out with dad and his friend on New Year’s Eve was either a low point for her or just exactly what she needed.My thoughts are a warm blend of nostalgia and regret with a sub...
Source: The Splintered Mind by Douglas Cootey - January 17, 2020 Category: Psychiatry Tags: ADHD Depression Family Goodreads Journaling Source Type: blogs
Final reminder: Professional development opportunity with neuropsychologist Dr. Elkhonon Goldberg
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We are pleased to share a fantastic professional development opportunity offered by the Luria Neuroscience Institute and featuring renowned neuropsychologist Elkhonon Goldberg, Ph.D., ABPP.
Inaugural 5‑day Goldberg Brain-Mind Symposium (February 17–21st, 2020):
Dr. Goldberg has been a frequent visitor to Bali for 30 years and is currently engaged in cross-cultural neuroscience research with two major Indonesian universities. He personally designed this unique and comprehensive event to discuss cutting edge cognitive neuroscience and state-of-the-art clinical insights with a small group of participants in one...
Source: SharpBrains - January 16, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Authors: SharpBrains Tags: Cognitive Neuroscience Health & Wellness Professional Development Bali discount code Elkhonon-Goldberg Executive-Functions frontal-lobes Goldberg Brain-Mind Symposia Luria Neuroscience Institute neuropsychologist webinar sequence Source Type: blogs
Study: Having ADHD costs $1.1 million in lower lifetime earnings, even when “treated”
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Relatively few studies have examined the impact of childhood ADHD on long-term financial outcomes, even though becoming self-supporting and attaining financial independence is an important developmental task.
An especially comprehensive look at this issue is provided in a study by Pelham et al published recently in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology.
The Study:
Participants were 364 adults who were diagnosed with ADHD in childhood along with 264 demographically matched controls. All participants with ADHD had attended an intensive summer treatment program and 90% had been treated with stimulant medicatio...
Source: SharpBrains - January 14, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Authors: Dr. David Rabiner Tags: Attention and ADD/ADHD Cognitive Neuroscience Education & Lifelong Learning Health & Wellness ADHD-diagnosis adults children Clinical Psychology educational attainment financial status lifetime earnings stimulant medication Source Type: blogs
