Brain Plasticity
Brain plasticity has been in the news the past few years. Years ago we thought the brain was hardwired and incurable. Now, we know that the brain can be malleable and new brain cells can be created. Books like, “ The Brain that Changes Itself ” , by Dr. Norman Doidge and “ Save Your Brain:The 5 Things You Must Do to Keep Your Mind Young and Sharp ” , by Dr. Paul Nussbaum, have presented evidence to show how the brain can change after damage and how to enhance thinking skills. There are also websites that have information or mind games that are purported to help increase or maintain cognitive functioning. Although I...
Source: The Shrink Is In - April 26, 2010 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
Brain Plasticity
Brain plasticity has been in the news the past few years. Years ago we thought the brain was hardwired and incurable. Now, we know that the brain can be malleable and new brain cells can be created. Books like, “The Brain that Changes Itself”, by Dr. Norman Doidge and “Save Your Brain:The 5 Things You Must Do to Keep Your Mind Young and Sharp” , by Dr. Paul Nussbaum, have presented evidence to show how the brain can change after damage and how to enhance thinking skills. There are also websites that have information or mind games that are purported to help increase or maintain cognitive functioning. Although I do...
Source: The Shrink Is In - April 26, 2010 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
Health Insurers Have Banner Year- Did You Make More Money In 2009?
Did you make more money in 2009 than in any other year of your life? I doubt it! In these financial times, most American ’ s would have to say, " No. " Most companies had problems in 2009, and some large corporations and banks even had to be bailed out by the government. Well, in today ’ s podcast I present information from an article that came across my computer that shows how 4 out of the 5 major health insurance companies made more money in 2009 than the year before. The one company that did not make more money still profited quite nicely. It seems clear to me that these companies are not out to protect the public ...
Source: The Shrink Is In - February 21, 2010 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
Health Insurers Have Banner Year- Did You Make More Money In 2009?
Did you make more money in 2009 than in any other year of your life? I doubt it! In these financial times, most American’s would have to say, "No." Most companies had problems in 2009, and some large corporations and banks even had to be bailed out by the government. Well, in today’s podcast I present information from an article that came across my computer that shows how 4 out of the 5 major health insurance companies made more money in 2009 than the year before. The one company that did not make more money still profited quite nicely. It seems clear to me that these companies are not out to protect the public’s ne...
Source: The Shrink Is In - February 21, 2010 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
The Funny Guy Can Get The Girl!
Today's podcast is a review of two studies that suggest women may be more likely to have a long-term relationship with guys who they find funny. It appears women rate funny guys as more intelligent than guys who are not so funny. And being funny may be seen as an attribute that makes the male a better catch. (Source: The Shrink Is In)
Source: The Shrink Is In - February 11, 2010 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
" Building a Love That Lasts " - the new book from Dr. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz
Today I am happy to have Dr. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz return as guests to THE SHRINK IS IN. If you have been a long time listener to my podcast you may recall that I spoke to the Schmitz ’ last year about their book, “ Golden Anniversaries ” . The Schmitz' are America ’ s #1 Love and Marriage Experts and multiple award-winning authors, they have helped audiences around the world answer questions about love, marriage, and relationships. Their distinguished careers include over 65 awards, 350 books, articles and manuscripts, 1000 speeches, and frequent media appearances. With 26 years of research on relationship...
Source: The Shrink Is In - January 12, 2010 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
" Building a Love That Lasts " - the new book from Dr. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz
< img src= " http://assets.podomatic.net/ts/57/d1/9e/drgurr/1400x1400_2522806.jpg " alt= " itunes pic " / > < br / > Today I am happy to have Dr. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz return as guests to THE SHRINK IS IN. If you have been a long time listener to my podcast you may recall that I spoke to the Schmitz ’ last year about their book, “ Golden Anniversaries ” . The Schmitz' are America ’ s #1 Love and Marriage Experts and multiple award-winning authors, they have helped audiences around the world answer questions about love, marriage, and relationships. Their distinguished careers include over 65 awards, 350 ...
Source: The Shrink Is In - January 12, 2010 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
"Building a Love That Lasts"- the new book from Dr. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz
Today I am happy to have Dr. Charles and Elizabeth Schmitz return as guests to THE SHRINK IS IN. If you have been a long time listener to my podcast you may recall that I spoke to the Schmitz’ last year about their book, “Golden Anniversaries”. The Schmitz' are America’s #1 Love and Marriage Experts and multiple award-winning authors, they have helped audiences around the world answer questions about love, marriage, and relationships. Their distinguished careers include over 65 awards, 350 books, articles and manuscripts, 1000 speeches, and frequent media appearances. With 26 years of research on relationships and ...
Source: The Shrink Is In - January 12, 2010 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
How Exercise Does Reduce Stress
We now have data with rats that shows how exercise creates new, calmer brain cells. I talk about the research and the implications for humans. (Source: The Shrink Is In)
Source: The Shrink Is In - December 20, 2009 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: DrGurr Source Type: podcasts
