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Pay attention to the ‘noise’ in your brain

Researchers find that the ‘noise’ in the brain can be attributed to fluctuations in internally generated signals such as attention. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for the […]

Published on August 23, 2018

Parents’ behavior during playtime may affect toddler’s weight later on

Researchers have found that toddlers who had poor self-regulation skills — the ability to control their behaviors and emotions — went on to have lower BMIs as preschoolers if their mothers engaged with them during playtime and then helped direct them during clean up. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on August 23, 2018

Rehabilitation Plus Rehab? Jails Dispense Drugs To Treat Inmates’ Addictions

San Mateo County health officials say they believe naltrexone, the medication they are providing at the jails, will improve patients’ chances of recovery and reduce the likelihood they will return to jail after release.(Heidi de Marco/KHN) Medication, when paired with counseling and social support, is considered the standard treatment for opioid addiction.(Heidi de Marco/KHN) This […]

Published on August 21, 2018