All About Music Therapy
What is music therapy and how does it work? This article will feature the definition, history and origins as well as how music therapy can benefit anxiety, depression and children. Music therapy is the practice of implementing music in all forms from, playing, singing, listening and moving to all types of music to encourage positive […]
Late Onset Bipolar Disorder
Late onset bipolar disorder is also know as older age bipolar disorder. It is a bipolar condition that is diagnosed later in life but may be a result of a pre-existing condition from early on in one’s life. Late onset bipolar disorder can be confused as a newly discovered disorder, when in fact it more […]
The Role of the Cerebellum
The cerebellum is the region of the human brain that resides below and to the rear of the upper most area known as the cerebrum. The cerebellum is located at the back of the head and behind the brainstem at the bottom part of the brain. The cerebellum plays a critical role in every aspect […]
Guillain-Barre syndrome
Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) is a serious neurological disorder that affects the peripheral nervous system. GBS is an autoimmune disease that leads to muscle weakness and in many cases temporary paralysis that can last from months to years. GBS is one of those rare diseases that experts really don’t know why it occurs in some people. […]
The Human Brain
The human brain is “the organ of civilization”. Our species and planet are dependent upon its evolution. Human survival and human history require an adaptable and ever expanding neural network of knowledge from this miraculous organ to meet the challenges and ensure our survival for future generations. With this kind of importance placed on a […]
Parkinsonian tremors and other tremor types
A tremor is an involuntary muscle contraction resulting in a lack of control in different areas of the body, due to an altered neuronal activation in the brain region that controls movement. These uncontrolled movements or shaking can often be a result of Parkinson’s disease. Typically, a Parkinsonian tremor will affect a hand or may […]
Asperger’s syndrome and Autism Differences
Asperger’s syndrome (AS) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) both fall within the category of neurodevelopmental conditions that can affect a persons relationships, social interactions and behaviors. Prior to 2013, The American Psychiatric Association ( who publishes the diagnostic manual practitioners use to determine certain mental health conditions), the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders […]
Latest Autism Research
The scientific community has believed autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to be a neurobiological developmental condition that negatively affects social interactions, communication and sensory processing. Recent efforts to help better understand this condition have been made that can influence how we can manage and live with ASD. As of now, many doctors and scientists have looked […]
ADHD and Being Tired
ADHD is a condition that affects the brain and nervous system causing trouble in executive functioning, attention, motivation, impulsive behavior and hyperactivity. Although being tired is not currently included within the diagnostic criteria for ADHD. Some small studies suggest that some ADHD people experience fatigue as well. Does ADHD Cause Tiredness ? Research studies have […]
Vestibular Migraine
A vestibular migraine is a neurological condition in which a migraine sufferer experiences repeated episodes of dizziness or vertigo associated with each migraine attack. It is believed that vestibular migraines are related to nerves, blood vessels and inner ear issues but it remains unclear. Migraine typically affects nerves and blood vessels along with the chemicals […]