Brain Harmonics
Have you ever heard a song come on the radio and been immediately transported back in time to a vivid memory? Have you felt the emotions that came with that time in your life? Has music inspired you to dance?
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Complaining is Bad for your Brain and Body!!
Complaining actually rewires the brain!!! OMG, who would have thought this? In a recent study, it was determined that: “Repeated complaining rewires your brain to make future complaining more likely. Over time, you find it’s easier to be negative than
The Neuroscience Behind Meditation
Who would have thought a common ingredient in most remedies today would involve doing nothing? Well… not exactly nothing… Just sitting and observing.That is clearly becoming the case as meditation gains more credibility in the medical field. This is largely
How Stress Affects the Brain
Surely we all know that stress wears on us. It can create tension in the body, lower energy levels, harm relationships with others, and makes us more unsatisfied with life in general. But did you know that long periods of
Flight or Flight… and Think
The amygdala is the organ in the brain that is the “fight or flight” self-protection system from danger. It alerts us to stress and wants to protect us. It serves as our instinctual center. The amygdala works so quickly, that is
Growing New Neurons is Possible: Helping Your Brain & Mood
Your brain can do amazing things depending on how you focus your thoughts and attention. The more you engage yourself into a state of calm and confidence, the better you will feel. Imagination is a key component in generating new
Alcohol & the Brain
With New Years just around the corner, I don’t want to be Debbie Downer, but please check out this article from WebMD in News from HealthDay by Robert Preidt, HealthDay Reporter. Think “moderation” tonight!Scans: Alcoholism Damages Brain’s White Matter. Areas
Pain & the Brain: Is your pain all in your head?
The answer………yes and no. What do I mean? The brain is the epicenter of pain in the body, natural & medicinal strategies to relieve discomfort often focus there. For example, when you stub your toe, skin receptors send electrical signals
Brain on Pot
If you were wondering about the effects of smoking marijuana on the developing brain of a teenager, perhaps this brain scan will help you understand. The deterioration is obvious by the “hole” produced by a three year history of 4 times
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The Brain, Obesity, Blood Sugar and Thinking
In USA Today, an article by Randy Dotinga, Healthday reported on a new study that links low blood sugar in obese people to a great desire within the brain for high-calorie foods, a finding that offers insight into why people
Dr. Mike Klaybor
Dr. Mike Klaybor brings thirty years of experience in practicing counseling psychology with individuals and couples. His approach is cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT. Specific specialties include; anxiety and stress management, chronic pain & chronic illness management, depression, substance abuse evaluations, employee assistance and executive coaching for workplace performance and leadership.
