Sentences with phrase «as other cognitive functions»

Wright's lab is now relying on a larger group of volunteers to examine the impact of sleep inertia on physical performance as well as other cognitive functions.

Not exact matches

As we our bombarded with information our brains sift through the small percentage that is necessary for our cognitive functions, or in other words the things that require us to think about, for instance, reading.

It does not measure other critical brain functions that can be adversely affected by head trauma, such as balance and vision, which is why expert groups [1] recommend a «multifaceted approach to concussion management that emphasizes the use of objective assessment tools aimed at capturing the spectrum of clinical signs and symptoms, cognitive dysfunction, and physical deficits... that are more sensitive to the injury than using any one component alone.»

Around one sixth of people in the UK aged over 75 have vitamin B12 deficiency, which when severe can lead to significant problems in the nervous system including muscle weakness, problems with walking, tiredness, and pins and needles, as well as depression and problems with memory and other important everyday cognitive functions.

In addition, Luthar and Cicolla cite other studies showing moms of early adolescents are likely experiencing their own developmental challenges as they begin to recognize declines in physical abilities, cognitive functioning and increased awareness of mortality.

«Our partnership with families who have a child with Down syndrome and our investment in a comprehensive clinical data and biorepository will continue to provide resources to study not only heart defects, but also other Down - syndrome associated medical conditions such as cognitive function, leukemia, and dementia,» says co-author Stephanie Sherman, PhD, professor of human genetics at Emory University School of Medicine.

The brain's cortex, where most cognitive functions occur, has areas specialized for reading as well as face recognition, language comprehension, and many other tasks.

In addition to collecting scans of brain structure and function, the research teams at 21 study sites around the country will regularly gather a trove of other information from each youngster, from psychological, cognitive, and environmental data to biological specimens such as DNA.

The new result is also consistent with evidence suggesting faster cognitive processing in other areas such as motor function.

Now, researchers argue that the competing noise of other partygoers is filtered out in the brain before it reaches regions involved in higher cognitive functions, such as language and attention control.

Problems with memory and other cognitive functions also interfere with daily tasks, such as remembering the way to the office or balancing a checkbook.

They gave them four tests every three years that evaluated participants» cognitive abilities such as short - and long - term memory, attention, awareness and other mental functions before and after a stroke.

The most common type of dementia after Alzheimer's disease, it triggers strange and inappropriate behavior, especially in social situations, as well as difficulty with decision - making, language, and other cognitive functions.

«Our results clearly demonstrate associations between early vitamin B12 status and various measures on development and cognitive functioning, as for example the ability to interpret complex geometrical figures, and the ability to recognize other children «s emotions,» says Kvestad.

Although increased age was associated with specific influences on speed in cross-sectional comparisons, and in memory change in longitudinal comparisons among older adults, most of the relations between age and cognitive functioning in both cross-sectional and longitudinal comparisons were manifested as general influences shared with other cognitive measures.

On the other hand, it is also possible that a cognitive function such as numerical discrimination, which is apparently complex, may actually be based on relatively simple neural circuits, as suggested by a recent neural network study [71].

Among other things, they help reduce the LDL, or «bad» cholesterol levels, protect heart health and are crucial for the production of many hormones, as well as maintaining an optimal level of cognitive functioning.

A whole area of research known as «the cytokine model of cognitive function» is dedicated to examining just how much this never - ending inflammation is linked to depression, anxiety, brain fog, and other autoimmune brain problems.

As little as 2 % water loss can cause memory loss and weaken other cognitive functions (concentration, attention, learning, processing speed, etc.As little as 2 % water loss can cause memory loss and weaken other cognitive functions (concentration, attention, learning, processing speed, etc.as 2 % water loss can cause memory loss and weaken other cognitive functions (concentration, attention, learning, processing speed, etc..)

In addition to risk of problems involving lung function, selenium deficiency has been shown to increase our risk of heart failure and other forms of cardiovascular disease, as well as for other problems including type 2 diabetes, compromised cognitive function, and depression.

Hormonal imbalances are often the culprit of stubborn body fat storage and other health concerns such as poor sleep, low energy, mood swings, impaired cognitive function, and more.

«Given the high content of certain specific polyphenols in the juice blend, the increased antioxidant protection [in the body] after consumption of the juice blend, and the anti-inflammatory capacity in vitro, further research is warranted to evaluate whether juice blend consumption may provide reversal of risk markers in subjects with conditions such as arthritis, obesity, chronic viral diseases, cardiovascular disease and compromised cognitive function, as well as other conditions associated with chronic inflammation,» wrote lead author Gitte Jensen from Holger NIS Inc., a contract research laboratory.

Other beneficial effects, such as slowing the neuronal aging process and increasing cognitive functions and memory, have been observed.

Additionally, the simple hormone treatment of testosterone, known as testosterone replacement therapy (TRT), for men with low testosterone can improve many symptoms associated with low T including sexual function, muscle mass and strength, body composition, and bone density,21 - 23 and may also benefit other critical functions including metabolic, cardiovascular, and cognitive function.24 - 27

Our own Cognitive Function Test is a valuable tool for individuals to assess their own cognitive function against others of a similar age and provides a personalised nutrition and lifestyle report, identifying areas, such as low levels of B vitamins or low levels of Omega 3 fats that can increase someone's risk of cognitiveCognitive Function Test is a valuable tool for individuals to assess their own cognitive function against others of a similar age and provides a personalised nutrition and lifestyle report, identifying areas, such as low levels of B vitamins or low levels of Omega 3 fats that can increase someone's risk of cognitive Function Test is a valuable tool for individuals to assess their own cognitive function against others of a similar age and provides a personalised nutrition and lifestyle report, identifying areas, such as low levels of B vitamins or low levels of Omega 3 fats that can increase someone's risk of cognitivecognitive function against others of a similar age and provides a personalised nutrition and lifestyle report, identifying areas, such as low levels of B vitamins or low levels of Omega 3 fats that can increase someone's risk of cognitive function against others of a similar age and provides a personalised nutrition and lifestyle report, identifying areas, such as low levels of B vitamins or low levels of Omega 3 fats that can increase someone's risk of cognitivecognitive decline.

It can occur without caloric restriction, without the risk of nutrient deprivation, and can have other systemwide benefits too, such as improvements in gait, reduced markers of aging, and cognitive function.

This shows us that adding coconut oil or other oils with MCTs to someone who suffers from a neuronal hypometabolism, could be positively beneficial for him, as It would improve his brain functioning, at least when it comes to performance on cognitive tasks.

They might not gain the tools to develop executive function skills, such as planning and ability to pay attention, and they could be at risk for other weakened cognitive skills, too.

Despite the admonition of Edward L. Thorndike and others that IQ scores primarily estimate current cognitive functioning and not learning potential, in 1977 policymakers recommended using the scores inappropriately, as they have ever since.

Evaluations may also include tests of other cognitive functions, such as memory, language, executive functions (which refer to the ability to plan, organize, and carry out one's tasks), attention, and other functions.

Blueberries can help fight cancer and other canine chronic diseases, as well as preserve your dog's cognitive function as they age.

Other research has shown that spending holiday time in an «enriched» setting — defined as offering new experiences that are rich in sensory, social, physical, and cognitive interactions — can actually «turn on the genetic expression of key «brain fertilizers» in the frontal lobes, enhancing executive functions such as stress regulation, attention, concentration, good planning and ability to learn, also improving physical and mental health.»

Acquired Engineering laboratory data from electrocardiograms, electroencephalograms, and electromyograms as well as for other physiological functions such as that of respiration, visual and cognitive testing.

An alternative explanation for the association between poverty, family instability and children's cognitive functioning is that all of these factors might be associated with each other due to their association with previous characteristics of the parent (such as mother's age and education).25, 30 According to the selection hypothesis24 parents» own characteristics may affect their ability to maintain a stable income or a stable and committed partnership, and impact on the characteristics of their children, either through the environment in the home, through genetic transmission, or more likely the combination of both.

Adding indicators of living circumstances reduces the association between poverty and cognitive functioning, although associations between persistent and cumulative poverty, as well as early poverty at the age of 9 months remain significant in addition and above the effects of the other variables included in the model.

For low - income families headed by single mothers, the associations between maternal employment and children's cognitive and social development tend to be neutral or positive, but much of this difference is a function of pre-existing differences between mothers who are or are not employed.2, 3,4,5 The effects of maternal employment on children's development also depend on the characteristics of employment — its quality, extent and timing — and on the child's age.2, 6,7 On the other hand, poverty has consistently negative associations with young children's development, but here, too, there is considerable controversy about the causal role of income per se, as opposed to other correlates of poverty.8, 9,10,11,12,13

ECD programmes can take many forms, including promotion of good health and nutrition, support for safe and stimulating environments, protection from risks such as violence or abandonment, parenting support and early learning experiences, media, preschools and community groups.4 Poverty is the key underlying cause of poor child development; children living in poverty are exposed to many negative influences, including poor physical environments, inadequate nutrition, parental stress and insufficient cognitive stimulation.5 Undernutrition can influence brain development directly by affecting brain structure and function, or indirectly via poor physical or motor development, in addition to other pathways.6 — 8 Exposure to multiple co-occurring risks most likely contributes to greater disparities in developmental trajectories among children with differential exposure.9 — 12 This paper focuses on associations between specific aspects of children's physical environments — access to improved water and sanitation (W&S)-- and childhood development as measured by performance on a test of receptive language.

Our clinicians use a wide range of standardized tests, to help us compile information regarding an individual's emotional, social and behavioral patterns, as well as cognitive skills, executive functioning abilities, and other factors that might be impacting your everyday functioning.

As we learn more about disorders such as ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and Asperger's it is becoming very clear that most children with one of these diagnoses have other cognitive issues that affect their functioninAs we learn more about disorders such as ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and Asperger's it is becoming very clear that most children with one of these diagnoses have other cognitive issues that affect their functioninas ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, and Asperger's it is becoming very clear that most children with one of these diagnoses have other cognitive issues that affect their functioning.

In other words, as stated in the final report about positive family functioning edited by the Australian Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (2010), family functions refers to a variety of characteristics encompassing several domains such as emotional attributes (e.g., closeness of parent — child relationships, warmth, sensitivity, perceived support, and safety), family governance issues (e.g., members» role, age appropriate rules), engagement and cognitive development, physical health habits, quality of intra-familial relationships (e.g., parent — child interactions, parent - parent relationships, spouse — spouse relationships), and social connectedness (e.g., relationships with the extended family, activities outside the family unit, members» role balance).