The Evolution of the Brain and Cognitive Performance from Childhood to Adulthood
Exploring the evolution of the brain and how it relates to the development of cognitive performance from childhood to adulthood
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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.
Dr Oliver Finlay
Apr 2720 min read
How to Improve Sleep and Positively Impact Cognitive Performance
Practical tips for improving sleep to enhance brain performance
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Apr 915 min read
The Impact of Shift Work on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Shift work disrupts circadian rhythms, impacting brain function and cognitive performance. · ...
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mindflowperformance
Mar 308 min read
The Impact of Jet Lag on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: · Jet lag disrupts our internal body clock, causing misalignment with the external environment....
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Mar 2813 min read
The Impact of Circadian Rhythm Disruption on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: · Circadian rhythm disruptions affect brain function and cognition. · Changes in gene expression...
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mindflowperformance
Mar 1110 min read
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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mindflowperformance
Feb 2110 min read
The Impact of Hydration and Electrolytes on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · The brain, largely water, requires hydration for cognitive processes. Even mild dehydration impacts...
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Feb 2014 min read
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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mindflowperformance
Jan 3114 min read
The Impact of Chronic Stress on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Chronic stress induces changes in the brain's structure and function, impacting the hippocampus and...
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Jan 1322 min read
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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mindflowperformance
Nov 11, 202315 min read
The Impact of Cold Immersion on the Brain and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Cold immersion induces "cold shock" with physiological changes like tachycardia and hypertension, with...
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mindflowperformance
Aug 23, 202312 min read
The Neurochemical Orchestra
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Hormones, neurotransmitters, neurotransmitter modulators and neuropeptides work in symphony,...
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