Visualization, memory, reading and research skills
Has it ever happened to you that when listening to a happy song you made a smile and felt euphoric? Or on the contrary, when listening to a melancholic song, has a sometimes inexplicable feeling of sadness taken over you? Music and brain have a very close relationship and the melodies you hear reach your …
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Throughout history, the study of intelligence and its value in representing people’s skills and knowledge has been a topic of interest. Thus, since the beginning of the 20th century, thanks to figures like Binet, it has been shown that academic intelligence significantly correlates with high academic performance. In addition, numerous tools have been developed to …
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Dementia is a term that creates confusion, often interwoven with Alzheimer’s disease in public discourse. However, it’s crucial to distinguish between the two, as they encompass different medical realities. Dementia refers to a set of symptoms affecting memory, cognitive function, and the ability to perform everyday tasks. This article aims to clarify the distinctions, shedding …
Dissociative fugue is a phenomenon that is part of dissociative disorders and is characterized by an episode of sudden travel away from home with the inability to remember who one is and how they got there. Thus, the person arrives at a place and is unable to account for their situation, current and past, not …
Sensory integration is a fundamental concept in the field of sensory rehabilitation, especially in children. In this article, we will explore what it consists of, its theory, importance, objectives, processes and who are the professionals in charge of carrying out this therapy. In addition, we will offer examples of therapies to provide a more complete …
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Symbolic thinking represents one of the most advanced forms of cognitive processing, allowing humans to use symbols or abstract representations to signify objects, concepts, and ideas. This cognitive ability is fundamental in various aspects of daily life and intellectual activities, including language, mathematics, and creative arts. This article delves into the definition of symbolic thinking, …
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Since the COVID19 crisis, the world has had one bad event after another. We get bad news all the time, and we need to deal with new information courageously. This is especially hard when speedreading, but even without it, consuming bad news without getting depressed and without shutting down is hard. Here I want to …
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Managing an often-overwhelming college schedule requires both diligence and moments of leisure. Students find that balancing study sessions with periods of rest and recreation is essential to maintain well-being and academic performance. From engaging in leisurely digital arenas to embracing the tranquility of the outdoors, there’s a palette of activities tailored to every taste. Keep …
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We have more than five senses, and some of these senses are bizarre. Typically we use our bizarre senses for situational awareness or speedreading or some other cool skills. But in other cases like vertigo, they may interfere with whatever we are trying to do and we may need to tone them down. For more …
Humor is one of the best coping mechanisms. It can also be very memorable. However, dark humor can be weaponized and can become toxic. Is there a way to use sarcasm safely and positively? Can there be a proper context for dark humor? Every April 1st I write about humor. Today, I want to take …
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