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Researchers at the University of Alberta have discovered that attention plays a significant role in prospective time estimations, with estimates decreasing as task difficulty increases. The study, published in Brain and Cognition, provides insight into how our brains process time when we're engaged or distracted.
A study found that moderate iron deficiency negatively impacts cognitive functioning in women aged 18-35, while iron supplementation reverses this effect. The study's findings have significant implications for the prevalence of iron deficiency, which affects over two billion people worldwide.
Babytalk plays a crucial role in infants' development of temporal arts, such as literature and music. Depriving babies of poetic elements like alliteration and assonance may hinder their ability to appreciate these arts later on. Researchers argue that babytalk is more significant than previously thought.
Recent soccer heading practices have been found to lead to weaker neurocognitive performance, including decline in cognitive function, verbal learning difficulties, and reduced attention span. Research suggests that even short-term heading may pose a risk factor for long-term brain damage.
Researchers discovered that monkeys reflexively shift their attention to the direction of another individual's gaze, mirroring human behavior. This finding holds promise for a new animal model of social attention, which could lead to better treatments for autism and improved teaching methods.
Researchers at Texas A&M University found that babies use a clear hierarchy of features to individuate objects, with shape and size being most important until 7.5 months. By 11.5 months, color becomes relevant in this process, revealing insights into how babies perceive their world.
A new software package called MiniCog is being developed to evaluate cognitive processes and determine mental readiness for tasks. The program uses a series of nine cognitive tasks to assess attention, working memory, problem-solving ability, and other mental functions.
Researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery by detecting Parkinson's symptoms on brain scans of living patients. The study, led by Dr. Robert Y. Moore, found positive evidence of nerve cell degeneration in areas controlling attention and wakefulness using PET scans.
Studies suggest that attention can be broken down into three distinct processes: maintaining readiness, setting response thresholds, and filtering out distractions. The researchers' findings provide a more specific understanding of attentional disorders and their relation to frontal lobe injuries.
Researchers found that cardiopulmonary bypass surgery can cause impaired memory and attention, which persist beyond the first couple of weeks. The study suggests that brain systems supporting attention may be particularly vulnerable during major surgeries.
Golf putting study reveals that over-attending to well-learned skills can hinder performance, especially under pressure. The experiment shows that adapting to an environment where individuals focus on performance from the start of learning may provide immunity against 'choking'.
Researchers are developing new rehabilitation techniques to help mild stroke patients improve their attentional control, motor skills, and response consistency. The study aims to identify specific deficits and develop targeted therapies using magnetic resonance imaging.
A Cornell University study found that living in housing with more green spaces boosts a child's attention capabilities and improves their mental health. The research suggests that the natural environment plays a significant role in a child's well-being, and simple interventions like preserving trees or planting new ones could have a po...
A study of 754 older adults found that 76.6% reported restricted activity and women had higher rates than men. The research highlights the need for preventive interventions to improve health and functional status in older women.
Players of the game are more likely to call 911 or see a doctor in case of an actual heart attack. The most interactive version shows the strongest gains, shifting intentions towards quick action and improved understanding of symptoms.
Researchers at the University of Illinois have developed a 'Self-Aiming Camera' that uses a simulated neural network to analyze sensory input, process it, and make decisions in real-time. The camera can learn and improve its abilities over time, enabling discrimination between targets such as humans and vehicles.
Researchers found that individuals with alcoholism exhibited prolonged reaction times and distraction in response to unexpected stimuli. Early onset of heavy drinking during adolescence was also linked to increased distractibility. The study suggests a determinable neurophysiological basis for distractibility in alcoholics.
Researchers have identified three key brain areas - superior frontal, inferior parietal and superior temporal cortex - that show activity during attentional tasks. This mapping represents a crucial step towards understanding the detailed topography and function of these regions.
Dopamine receptor biology discovery may open new treatment avenues for conditions like schizophrenia and ADHD. The study shows a connection between dopamine, folate, and nerve cell membrane fluidity critical for normal cognition.
Researchers at Temple University have found that spatial attention can improve motor and language tasks in individuals with aphasia who have parietal lobe lesions. This means that directing attention to the correct location can enhance performance on various cognitive tasks, including sensory, naming, and reading tasks.
Neuroscientists at the University at Buffalo have produced an image of the brain's neural activity when monitoring multiple conversations. The study used PET and electrophysiology to identify how resources are allocated, revealing that the brain can complete tasks with focused attention but struggles with divided attention.