What is memory? The brains ability to encode, store, and retrieve information is called as memory. It is thus crucial to perform our daily activities. The structures of brain associated are hippocampus, fornix, cingulate gyrus, mammillary bodies. Types of memories…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)- Autism is a developmental disorder characterised by social and communication impairments. Children with ASD show rigid and repetitive patterns of behaviour. Asperger Syndrome- This term is used for individuals with autistic characteristics but not the accompanying…
Introduction to screen time hazards With technological era, an increased use of digital media is prevalent in children. This however comes with a lot of physical, psychological, social and neurological adverse consequences. Screen time effects are determined using several factors.…
What is insomnia ? Insomnia is one of the most common complaints in medical practice. Insomnia is characterized by difficulty with sleep quality,either initiating or maintaining sleep. This occurs in conjunction with impairments of daytime functioning. Insomnia, thus, is a…
What are mindful exercises? Mindful exercises, also known as mind body exercises, are exercises involving a profound inwardly directed contemplative focus. They are being used rapidly for prevention and management of cardiovascular diseases. They are an alternative to conventional exercise…
About generaised anxiety disorder (GAD) Generalized anxiety disorder accounts for one of the most common mental disorders. Every year Up to 20% of adults are affected by anxiety disorders. Fear, worry, and a constant feeling of being overwhelmed are the…
What are hormones ? Lets know about happy hormones. Hormones are organic chemical substances which regulate our physiological activities. They are released by a cell, or organ or a gland or any body part of plants and animals. They function…
What is migraine? A migraine is a type of headache which causes severe throbbing pain, usually on one side of the head. Physiology – Our nerves send electrical signals to and from your spinal cord. Brain sensors throughout our body…
One in every 100 deaths is responsible for suicide. WHO guidance to assist the world in meeting the target of reducing suicide rates by one-third by 2030. According to the World Health Organization’s most recent calculations, published in “Suicide worldwide…
Talking to yourself is perfectly normal and healthy. Self-talk, whether spoken aloud or internally, assists people in subconsciously processing feelings, thinking through problems, and weighing options when making decisions. Unfortunately, that voice in your head can sometimes get out of…