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Back to SearchThe Neuroscience of Being Scared to Fly
Season 5 Episode 6
For a lot of us, flying is not a comfortable experience. However, even after the lineups, the expensive goods, and dealing with delays and cancellations, some people are still anxious about the fligh…
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago
Neuroscience Bites-Walking Outside
Season 5
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind why walking outside is better for your brain than walking inside or not at all.
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago
The Neuroscience of Advertising
Season 5 Episode 5
Virtually every form of modern media comes with some degree of advertising attached. From commercials on TV to product promotions on social media, we are constantly told what to buy. But how does thi…
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago
Neuroscience Bites-Why the Doctor Hits Your Knee with a Hammer
Season 5
In today's neuroscience bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind the patellar tendon tap, a common test used by doctors.
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago
The Neuroscience of ... Wearing Less Clothes?
Season 5 Episode 4
As humans have evolved, we have relied more and more on clothing. From long sleeve shirts to thick-soled shoes, the modern human is very dependent on clothes. But what if that isn't good for us? In t…
Published on 2 years, 6 months ago
Neuroscience Bites-Energy Drinks
Season 5
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind consuming energy drinks.
Published on 2 years, 6 months ago
The Neuroscience of Why Your Brain Gets Tired
Season 5 Episode 3
Sometimes you wake up and your brain feels foggy. Maybe, halfway through the day you hit a wall and lose the motivation to get things done. But why does our brain get tired? In today's episode of Tha…
Published on 2 years, 6 months ago
Neuroscience Bites - Patience
Season 5
In today's Neuroscience Bite, we discuss the neuroscience behind patience.
Published on 2 years, 6 months ago
The Neuroscience of Burnout
Season 5 Episode 2
Long bouts of stressful work, problems at home, and countless other things can leave you feeling exhausted and distressed. Burnout, the state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion, is becomin…
Published on 2 years, 6 months ago
Neuroscience Bites-The Primary Sensory Cortex
Season 5
For this week's neuroscience bite, we discuss the primary sensory cortex, a brain area important for how integrate sensory information from our environment.
Published on 2 years, 6 months ago