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  • What 12,000-Year-Old Brains Reveal About Our Minds

    What 12,000-Year-Old Brains Reveal About Our Minds

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    A collection of preserved brains, some dating back 12,000 years, could hold new insights. On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss how this research can give us more detail on how our ancestors may have thought, felt, and coped with challenges, Past Meets Present Studying ancient…

  • Probiotics Could Help Relief Stress And Anxiety

    Probiotics Could Help Relief Stress And Anxiety

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    A new study suggests that specific strains of probiotics – the “good” bacteria in foods – might help manage stress and anxiety. On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss this research and its potential for new mental health treatments. Probiotics for the Brain Probiotics, the healthy…

  • The Keto Diet: A Promising Treatment Option For Mental Health

    The Keto Diet: A Promising Treatment Option For Mental Health

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    On ‘Psychology Behind the Headlines’, hosts Jessica Reyes, Patricia Wu, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss a new study from Stanford Medicine suggests a high-fat, low-carb ketogenic diet might be a powerful tool for managing difficult mental health conditions. Keto and the Brain Research is increasingly showing a link between our gut health and our…

  • Why You Can’t Help But Dance: The Music Connection

    Why You Can’t Help But Dance: The Music Connection

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    Ever feel that urge to move when you hear a catchy song? Turns out there’s a scientific reason behind that irresistible groove. On “Psychology Behind the Headlines”, host Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Dr. Cortina Peters discuss about new research exploring how our brains translate rhythms into body movement. The Science of Syncopation Syncopation…

  • Slow Down Aging with Brain Food: Eat Your Way to Longevity

    Slow Down Aging with Brain Food: Eat Your Way to Longevity

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    A recent Columbia University study found that a healthy diet might not only lower your dementia risk but also slow down the aging process in your body. This segment of “Psychology Behind the Headlines” hosts Patricia Wu , Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss about the study’s findings and what it could mean…

  • The Workout That Improves Your Mind

    The Workout That Improves Your Mind

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    Get moving for better memory! A recent study suggests that exercise may have powerful brain-boosting benefits. MHTN Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Dan Bober joins hosts Jessica Reyes and Patricia Wu to explain the link between physical activity and improved memory. He discusses how exercise benefits our overall health and highlights the potential impact on brain…

  • Curiosity and Imagination: A Key Defense Against Cognitive Decline?

    Curiosity and Imagination: A Key Defense Against Cognitive Decline?

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    Dementia is a growing threat, especially as our population ages, but a new study suggests tools to fight cognitive decline might already be within our grasp. Researchers found that highly imaginative and curious individuals show greater cognitive reserve. Could this translate to enhanced protection against conditions like Alzheimer’s? In this “Psychology Behind the Headlines” segment,…

  • Could a High-Fat Diet Help Fight Alzheimer’s?

    Could a High-Fat Diet Help Fight Alzheimer’s?

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    Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest psychiatrist Dr. Dan Bober discuss the potential of the ketogenic diet as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. A recent study suggests promise for those with mild cognitive impairment, but questions remain about the diet’s long-term benefits and risks. Potential Brain Benefits The keto diet may reduce brain plaque and…

  • Eat These Foods To Reduce the Risk of Dementia and Aging

    Eat These Foods To Reduce the Risk of Dementia and Aging

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    Hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest therapist Ryan Heapy discuss the power of diet on brain health and aging. The Mind Diet’s Impact A study from Columbia University reveals following the Mind Diet, which merges Mediterranean diet principles, significantly lowers dementia risk and decelerates cellular aging. Metabolic Roots of Mental Disorders Harvard’s new insights…

  • How Poverty Shapes the Brain and What We Can Do About It

    How Poverty Shapes the Brain and What We Can Do About It

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    Hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest Janina Maschke discuss the effects of growing up in disadvantaged neighborhoods on cognitive abilities later in life, even without physical signs of brain disease. Link Between Socioeconomics and Cognition Recent studies reveal that lower income and living in disadvantaged areas are associated with weaker cognitive function in older…