When most people think about protecting their health as they age, they focus on their heart, joints, blood pressure, or cholesterol. Far fewer think about protecting their brain. Yet our brains age just like the rest of our bodies. The choices we make today can influence how well our nervous … [Read more...] about Protecting Your Brain for the Future: Everyday Habits That May Help Reduce the Risk of Neurodegeneration
The Brain’s Automatic Pilot: Understanding the Basal Ganglia and Their Role in Movement, Cognition, and Neurological Health
When most people think about the brain, they picture areas responsible for memory, thinking, language, or movement. Few have heard of the basal ganglia. Yet these deep structures within the brain play a critical role in nearly everything we do. Whether you're walking across a room, learning … [Read more...] about The Brain’s Automatic Pilot: Understanding the Basal Ganglia and Their Role in Movement, Cognition, and Neurological Health