Deciphering the Brain’s Code: When Working Memory Makes Math Magic
Introduction Imagine tackling a math quiz without any scratch paper or calculator—just you, your wits, and a race against the clock. While it sounds daunting for many of us, our brains are naturally equipped with a tool that helps navigate these challenges: working memory. This fascinating aspect of our cognition allows us to hold and […]
Discrepancy between self-assessed hearing status and measured audiometric evaluation
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The Art of Connection: How Peer Mentoring Transforms Lives for Students on the Autism Spectrum
— Introduction: A New Dawn for University Experience Picture this: You step onto a bustling university campus, the air buzzing with anticipation and the promise of new ideas. For many, this setting is exciting, a gateway to endless opportunities. However, for students on the autism spectrum, navigating this world can feel like deciphering a foreign […]
Unveiling the Nightmares: How Elder Abuse Disrupts the Sleep of Rural Malaysians
Introduction: When the Sandman Doesn’t Come Imagine this: the comforting embrace of your bed at the end of a long day, the soft promises of restful slumber. Yet, for many older individuals enduring the harsh reality of elder abuse, this serene image of sleep is an elusive mirage. The research paper titled “Association between elder […]
Embracing Empathy: Human Consolation After Crime and Its Primate Parallels
Introduction: When Chaos Invites Compassion Imagine walking home after a relaxing evening, the cool night air brushing gently against your skin. Suddenly, you’re confronted by someone demanding your belongings, shattering your peace. As you stand there, shaken and vulnerable, an unlikely companion comes forward—not to chastise or ignore, but to console, to offer a comforting […]
Contingency Planning for Falls: Inside the Minds of Older Adults
Introduction: A Peek into the World of Falls Imagine waking up one day, going about your usual routine, and then suddenly finding yourself on the floor due to an unexpected fall. This scenario isn’t rare among older adults, and it’s accompanied by feelings of vulnerability and helplessness. Falls are a leading cause of injury among […]
Performance in eyeblink conditioning is age and sex dependent
Perception and Pupil: How Our Blinking Eyes Reveal Hidden Brain Patterns Introduction Imagine a simple, everyday action—blinking your eyes. This seemingly mundane gesture is packed with clues about the intricate workings of our brains and, surprisingly, carries significant insights into how we develop and differ throughout our lives. Intriguingly, a recent research paper titled “Performance […]
Behind the Lens: Myopia and Depression in Older Chinese Adults
Introduction: The Lens Through Which We See Ourselves Imagine this: you wake up one morning only to find that the world outside your window has become a fuzzy canvas of indistinct shapes and muted colors. For many older adults grappling with myopia, or nearsightedness, this is not far from reality. But what if this blurred […]
Exploring the Adolescent Mind: Unveiling the Brain’s Anatomy in ADHD through MRI
Introduction Imagine navigating a world filled with fascinating stimuli, from the swirling colors of a sunset to the vibrant laughter of friends, and feeling overwhelmed by it all. For many young adults diagnosed with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), this scenario is a daily reality. But beyond the outward behaviors of restlessness or inattention lies a complex […]
Exploring the Metaphorical Mind: Language, Imagery, and Autism**
— Introduction: Igniting Curiosity in Figurative Comprehension Can you play with fire and not hurt yourself? This phrase invites us into a world where words transcend their literal meanings, crafting vivid imagery and nuanced thought. But what happens when this richly figurative language intersects with the unique ways individuals on the autism spectrum perceive and […]