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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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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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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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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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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Oct 17, 202316 min read
The Impact of Alzheimer's Disease on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alzheimer's Disease features abnormal protein accumulations, amyloid-beta plaques, and tau tangles,...
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Oct 1, 202321 min read
Neuroinflammation. Causative Factors, Signs, Symptoms & Interventions
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Neuroinflammation plays a significant role in various neurological disorders. · Neuroinflammation...
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Apr 28, 202345 min read
Structure and Function of the Cerebral Cortex
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Structural changes in the cerebral cortex in response to chronic stress can impact mental and physical...
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Apr 27, 202345 min read
External Factors Influencing Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Good sleep is crucial for cognitive performance as it plays a crucial role in memory consolidation,...
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mindflowperformance
Apr 17, 202339 min read
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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