Memory - What is it?
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Memory - What is it?

Until recently the insula has been a little known, largely unnoticed part of the brain tucked deep within the cortex. However, with the advancement of neuroimaging techniques, its vital roles have slowly been uncovered. It is a window into our self and others. It is key to self-awareness, motivation and addiction and empathy. Still, much is still unknown about this vital island buried deep inside our brains.

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Optimism in Sport

Optimism in Sport

Optimism and pessimism seem to play a large role in the classroom from primary school through to university. Children who are optimistic tend to do better than those who are pessimistic. Seligman argues this is due to their explanatory style. Optimists tend to recover quickly from setbacks while pessimists tend to wallow in depression leading to poor results. Pessimism and depression can also lead to a vicious cycle. Learn more here…

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The Insula - Our window into our ‘self’ and others
Neuroscience, Physiology, Science Saturday, Psychology Design Your Life Neuroscience, Physiology, Science Saturday, Psychology Design Your Life

The Insula - Our window into our ‘self’ and others

Until recently the insula has been a little known, largely unnoticed part of the brain tucked deep within the cortex. However, with the advancement of neuroimaging techniques, its vital roles have slowly been uncovered. It is a window into our self and others. It is key to self-awareness, motivation and addiction and empathy. Still, much is still unknown about this vital island buried deep inside our brains.

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Optimism in the Classroom

Optimism in the Classroom

Optimism and pessimism seem to play a large role in the classroom from primary school through to university. Children who are optimistic tend to do better than those who are pessimistic. Seligman argues this is due to their explanatory style. Optimists tend to recover quickly from setbacks while pessimists tend to wallow in depression leading to poor results. Pessimism and depression can also lead to a vicious cycle. Learn more here…

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