The Evolution of the Brain and Cognitive Performance from Childhood to Adulthood
Exploring the evolution of the brain and how it relates to the development of cognitive performance from childhood to adulthood
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This page is designed to help develop understanding around the structure and function of the brain. We will explain how changes may occur through time or pathology, what interventions are available and how they may elicit change. We will review the literature and evaluate how powerful the science is supporting potential interventions.
Dr Oliver Finlay
- Apr 27
- 20 min
How to Improve Sleep and Positively Impact Cognitive Performance
Practical tips for improving sleep to enhance brain performance
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mindflowperformance
- Apr 9
- 15 min
The Impact of Shift Work on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Shift work disrupts circadian rhythms, impacting brain function and cognitive performance. · ...
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mindflowperformance
- Mar 30
- 8 min
The Impact of Jet Lag on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: · Jet lag disrupts our internal body clock, causing misalignment with the external environment....
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mindflowperformance
- Mar 28
- 13 min
The Impact of Circadian Rhythm Disruption on Brain Function and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS: · Circadian rhythm disruptions affect brain function and cognition. · Changes in gene expression...
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mindflowperformance
- Mar 11
- 10 min
The Impact of Gratitude Practice on the Brain and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Gratitude positively impacts mental well-being, with recent research showing it affects brain...
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mindflowperformance
- Feb 21
- 10 min
The Impact of Hydration and Electrolytes on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · The brain, largely water, requires hydration for cognitive processes. Even mild dehydration impacts...
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mindflowperformance
- Jan 31
- 14 min
The Impact of Chronic Stress on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Chronic stress induces changes in the brain's structure and function, impacting the hippocampus and...
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mindflowperformance
- Jan 13
- 22 min
The Impact of Depression on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Depression is a complex interplay between the mind and body that can impact the brain both physically...
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mindflowperformance
- Nov 11, 2023
- 15 min
The Impact of Cold Immersion on the Brain and Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Cold immersion induces "cold shock" with physiological changes like tachycardia and hypertension, with...
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mindflowperformance
- Nov 6, 2023
- 17 min
The Impact of Parkinson's Disease on Cognitive Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Parkinson's Disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that is primarily known for its motor symptoms,...
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mindflowperformance
- Oct 17, 2023
- 16 min
The Impact of Alzheimer's Disease on Cognitive Performance
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alzheimer's Disease features abnormal protein accumulations, amyloid-beta plaques, and tau tangles,...
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mindflowperformance
- Jul 29, 2023
- 13 min
Alcohol and the Long Term Impact on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alcohol interacts with GABA, glutamate, dopamine, and serotonin, affecting their impact on the brain. ·...
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mindflowperformance
- Jul 29, 2023
- 11 min
Alcohol and the Short Term Impact on the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Alcohol easily passes through the blood brain barrier and interacts with neurotransmitters, affecting...
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mindflowperformance
- Jul 7, 2023
- 30 min
The Impact of Menopause on Brain Structure and Function
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Declining oestrogen levels during menopause can cause structural changes in the brain and...
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mindflowperformance
- Jun 12, 2023
- 22 min
The Impact of Social Isolation on Brain Health
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · Prolonged social isolation has been associated with a decrease in grey matter volume in brain regions...
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mindflowperformance
- May 24, 2023
- 19 min
How the Menstrual Cycle Impacts the Brain
Dr Oliver Finlay KEY POINTS · The menstrual cycle involves hormonal fluctuations and intricate interplay between various systems in...
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