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This page is designed to help develop understanding around the structure and function of the brain. We will explain how changes may occur through time or pathology, what interventions are available and how they may elicit change. We will review the literature and evaluate how powerful the science is supporting potential interventions.
The Impact of Gratitude Practice on the Brain and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Gratitude positively impacts mental well-being, with recent research showing it affects brain...
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Mar 11, 202410 min read
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The Impact of the Gut Brain Axis on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     The gut microbiome consists of diverse microorganisms in the digestive tract, playing crucial roles in...
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Feb 20, 202414 min read
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The Impact of Depression on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS ·     Depression is a complex interplay between the mind and body that can impact the brain both physically...
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Jan 13, 202422 min read
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Alcohol and the Long Term Impact on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alcohol interacts with GABA, glutamate, dopamine, and serotonin, affecting their impact on the brain. ·...
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Jul 29, 202313 min read
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Alcohol and the Short Term Impact on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alcohol easily passes through the blood brain barrier and interacts with neurotransmitters, affecting...
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Jul 29, 202311 min read
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The Impact of Menopause on Brain Structure and Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Declining oestrogen levels during menopause can cause structural changes in the brain and...
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Jul 7, 202330 min read
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The Impact of Eating Disorders on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Individuals with eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, exhibit reductions...
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Jun 17, 202329 min read
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The Impact of Social Isolation on Brain Health
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Prolonged social isolation has been associated with a decrease in grey matter volume in brain regions...
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Jun 12, 202322 min read
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The Impact of Sugar on Brain Structure and Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Sugar consumption affects glucose metabolism by causing spikes in blood sugar levels, leading to...
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May 30, 202324 min read
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Intermittent Fasting and Brain Health
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Intermittent fasting involves cycles of fasting and eating, with a variety of approaches including...
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May 11, 202382 min read
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Fats and the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Fats are one of the essential nutrients that are required for our body's proper functioning. They are...
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May 1, 202351 min read
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Structure and Function of the Amygdala
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · The amygdala plays a crucial role in emotion processing, particularly fear and anxiety, and has...
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Apr 17, 202339 min read
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Structure and Function of the Hippocampus
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: The hippocampus is a part of the brain that plays an important role in memory and spatial navigation and is...
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Apr 10, 20237 min read
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Functional and Structural Changes to the Brain in Response to Meditation
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS 1. Meditation can lead to both functional and structural changes in the brain, which may explain its...
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Apr 9, 202326 min read
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