February 2022 - Discover and learn about brain functions, along with the latest news on brain plasticity and research!
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Author: DynamicBrain Inc.
Publication: Monthly Newsletter
Published Date: February 22, 2022

Did you know that, in the beginning of life, your brain’s “plasticity switch” is always turned on? Here’s how our Dr. Merzenich explains it:

As the brain matures, it undergoes physical and chemical changes that increase the power of plasticity’s off-switch. Over time, the off-switch dominates, and plasticity is only flipped on under certain circumstances, such as paying focused attention to a task or goal, rewarding or punishing our brain, or surprising our brain with something new or unexpected. Once the brain establishes control of its plasticity switch, it can flip it between on and off by controlling the release of small chemical molecules called “modulatory neurotransmitters.” Establishing that control is one of the BrainHQ exercises’ built-in design components.

Now that you know how to keep your brain’s plasticity switch on, log in to BrainHQ and complete a few levels. If you still don’t have full access, join now.

Kind regards,
Frieda Fanni
President
DynamicBrain Inc.


DynamicBrain Inc. is the Canadian partner of Posit Science Corporation since 2010 providing brain fitness program BrainHQ in English and French.

Early detection
Something as simple as an eye test may be all that’s needed to diagnose the earliest stages of typically old age-related diseases. That’s what researchers in New Zealand are hoping their new study will contribute to making possible one day. The key is the retina. It’s believed that parts of our retina act as a sort of early detection “biomarker” for cognitive change. Find out just how this detection process might work and what it will mean for future disease diagnoses here.

Clues linking pain and food
A lot of us turn to food when we’re sad or stressed, but did you know that physical pain can also affect our relationship with food? Scientists have known for a while that there’s an association between pain and food: People with chronic pain are more susceptible to struggle with their weight due to diet. But what links these two things? Researchers in New York state believe they have found an explanation. It points to physiological mechanisms in the brain. Read about their discovery here.

How impairment develops
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a condition that can affect the central nervous system. Patients with MS may develop disabilities associated with movement, sensation, balance, and even vision. An international team of researchers has uncovered detailed information on the different ways patients with MS become disabled. The team focused on relapse-associated worsening in impairment development and progressive worsening not linked to relapse. Learn about what the finding suggest here.


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In This Issue

Early detection
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Clues linking pain and food
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How impairment develops
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Differences between the sexes
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Building the nest
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Your Brain Holds the Key to Safer Driving!
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Blogs and Resources


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KEEP YOUR BRAIN CHALLENGED!


RESEARCH STUDIES

Category-based published studies

Studies on clinical conditions for researchers

2016 Alzheimer’s Conference announcement

ACTIVE Study Published - Brain Training and Dementia

Healthy Aging

Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment

Cognitive Impairment due to Heart Failure

Fall Risk and Mobility

The IMPACT Study

The ACTIVE Study

The IHAMS Study

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Differences between the sexes
Since the late 19th century, scientists have generally agreed that men perform better than women on spatial tasks, while women perform better than men on learning tasks. The question is: Why this difference? Researchers at the University of California, Irvine, may have the answer. They believe they have discovered what triggers such learning and memory mechanism differences and when they occur. Find out about the full scope of their discovery here.

Building the nest
Birds nests are a beautiful, visible example of animals preparing for the arrival of their young. But nesting is not limited to birds. All mammals nest, including humans. Think about the way expectant parents reorganize their home before the birth of a child. The mechanisms that modify brain circuits and trigger nesting behaviour are still poorly understood. Do pregnancy hormones play a role? Read about what one group of researchers have found out while exploring this question, here.


Your Brain Holds the Key to Safer Driving!
Your brain is one of the most important pieces of safety equipment when you get behind the wheel of a car. As we age, our reaction times slow down and our field of vision decreases. This means our safety on the road is also reduced. By spending only 10 hours doing the engaging driving cognitive training program you can save your life and the lives of others on the road! Learn more here. Looking for a Driving Cognitive Training course? Click here.


News, More Interesting Articles and Blogs
Brain Fitness and Cognitive Training Courses 2022, Group, Instructor-led, Web-Based
Driving Cognitive Training Courses 2022, Group, Instructor-led, Web-Based
“Traveling” nature of brain waves may help working memory work
The Australian study uncovering what happens in the brains of people with sleep apnoea
Keeping aging brains lightning-fast
In the quest for a TBI therapy, astrocytes may be the bull's-eyes
Routine prenatal ultrasound can identify early signs of autism
Lower income linked to higher odds of clogged neck arteries
‘Decision switch’ discovered in mutations linked to common brain tumor
Hair-cortisol and hair-BDNF as biomarkers of tinnitus loudness and distress in chronic tinnitus
We've Found The Part of The Brain That Helps Us Say Words How We Intend To
What Robot-Driving Fish and Rats Tell Us About the Brain's Ability to Adapt - Wall Street Journal
Scientists reveal where schizophrenia may originate in the brain
Anxiety disorder: Abnormal heart-brain connection identified
Are 'Good' Germs in Your Gut Key to a Healthy Brain?
Newly Discovered Effect of Hyperthyroidism on Brain
Brain Region Associated With Feeling Full After Eating Identified
Hypertension in young adults may lead to brain changes later in life
Study highlights the importance of educational attainment for better brain health
Immune Cells Leave Fingerprints on Tumors Metastasized to the Brain
How Plasticity-based Brain Training Works
10 Brain Exercises for Seniors
Description of BrainHQ Exercises
BrainHQ Exercise Tutorials
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