We all encounter stressful situations in our life. Whether at the workplace, at home, in school or even in our commute, stressful moments are inevitable. And it is normal to feel anxious and overwhelmed in times like these. But if you allow yourself to get carried away with all sorts of stressors, you might unfortunately be compromising your physical and emo
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Stroke is a life-threatening condition wherein brain cells suddenly die because of a lack of oxygen and glucose. If not given immediate medical attention, a person suffering from stroke can face serious health outcomes, worse, die. While stroke has several symptoms, many are unaware of them. In fact, a survey by the UCLA Medical Centre in the US found that y
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Do we really have ‘free will’? Using computer-based brain experiments, researchers from Charité - Universitätsmediz in Berlin studied decision-making processes involved in voluntary movements. They sought to determine whether or not it possible for people to cancel a movement once the brain has started preparing it. And the answer is
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Some people carry a heavier burden when faced with rejection as compared with others. According to research, the pain of rejection can linger for years, and can potentially sabotage future relationships. Rejection & Sense of Self A recent study from Stanford University investigated the link between rejection and a person’s sense of self. The find
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New research revealed that we may be able to burn more fat without actually doing more exercise. Scientists say simply changing the timing of when we eat, particularly before and after workout, could make us lose as much as 22 per cent more fats. This mechanism though is different in men and women. While men burned more fats if they exercised before
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Scientist have discovered that our brains are wired to crave certainty and the brain perceives uncertainty as a threat. This releases cortisol - a stress hormone that disrupts memory, depresses the immune system, and increases the risk of high blood pressure and depression. And we live in a world so full of uncertainty it’s not surprising the rate of
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A new study, published in the journal NeuroImage, reports that a simple, computer-training task can change the brain’s wiring to regulate emotional reactions. Such findings can be beneficial for those at high risk of developing high blood pressure reactions to emotional information. The study involved 26 healthy volunteers who were sub
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Too often, the bigger our dream is, the less we believe we could make it happen. You probably dream about becoming a superstar, a rocket scientist, a celebrity chef, or a business tycoon. But after all the dreaming, you do a reality check and sigh, telling yourself ‘it’s not going to happen’. But take note that the superstars, scie
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For most people, social media has become a vital part of their life. Many people can’t live a day without peeking at their social media accounts - browsing news feed, uploading photos, giving ‘likes’, and commenting on videos, articles and news. Many people choose to communicate with their friends and relatives through chats and online call
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Do you always suffer from colds and flu? Do you get in and out of the doctor’s clinic a few times every month? Do you always feel like you lack enough energy? If your answer to all these questions is a resounding yes, it means your immune system is weak. Keeping your immune system functioning properly is important if you want to stay
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