Sentences with phrase «good cognitive health»

We have identified three keys to a long and healthy life: vitality, a strong immune system and good cognitive health.

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I studied body cognition, music therapy, behavioral cognitive neuroscience — everything I could learn about the role that the nervous system and our body plays in our health and emotional well - being.

As cofounder of Big Health, creators of Sleepio, a digital sleep - improvement program featuring cognitive behavioral therapy, here's his advice about what you can be doing to get better quality sleep, and more of it.

Researchers (PDF) have consistently found that older people who volunteer experience improved health, increased physical functioning, better cognitive ability, lower rates of depression and longer lives.

In addition to partnering with Celgene (celg) to better track negative drug side effects, IBM (ibm) is applying its cognitive computing AI technology to recommend cancer treatment in rural areas in the U.S., India, and China, where there is a dearth of oncologists, said Deborah DiSanzo, general manager for IBM Watson Health.

Clearly this good, caring priest is having cognitive problems because of age and his health.

Most of us grew up fearing the fat, but good fats are not only beneficial for your body, but they are also absolutely necessary for good health, especially brain health as the type of fat in coconuts has been shown to improve cognitive function and memory.

Perhaps many of us consider our diets to be reasonably healthy and well balanced, yet there may be specific nutrients linked to cognitive health that are missing.

So, whilst the well - informed individuals who may be reading this article are likely to recognise and avoid the risks associated with over consumption and excessive calorie intake, the very real risk of deteriorating mental health and cognitive performance exists within this group as much as any other.

«While we can't make a direct link between higher caffeine consumption and lower incidence of cognitive impairment and dementia, with further study, we can better quantify its relationship with cognitive health outcomes.

Nutraceuticals will be developed through collaborations between food and pharmaceutical firms to address gut, cardiovascular and cognitive health, as well as weight management.

At Kerry we have dedicated nutritional experts, who understand the varying nutritional requirements of infants and toddlers, taking into consideration their digestive and immune health as well as their cognitive and physical development.

Grass - fed whey then is the best whey protein powder for women because it helps to support a healthy metabolism, protects cardiovascular health and can even improve cognitive function.

The well - publicized lawsuits by former players against the N.F.L., the suicide of Junior Seau, a «Chicken Little - sky is falling» mentality by some prominent concussion experts and former athletes, some of whom suggest that the sport is simply too dangerous to be played at all at the youth level, and continuing research on the short - and long - term effects of concussion on cognitive function and brain health, have created a pretty toxic environment for the sport.

Authors John Gottman and Julie Schwartz Gottman teach couples the skills needed to maintain healthy marriages, so partners can avoid the pitfalls of parenthood by: • Focusing on intimacy and romance • Replacing an atmosphere of criticism and irritability with one of appreciation • Preventing postpartum depression • Creating a home environment that nurtures physical, emotional, and mental health, as well as cognitive and behavioral development for your baby Complete with exercises that separate the «master» from the «disaster» couples, this book helps new parents positively manage the strain that comes along with their bundle of joy.

Because of its unique composition, breast milk is an ideal source of nutrition for infants, and studies have also shown that babies who are breastfed do better on a number of health related measures, including cognitive development.

«It is imperative that we set high standards for the safety and well - being of children and youth in our sports and fitness programs to ensure their physical, cognitive, social and emotional health,» said Donna M. McGrath, with Army CYSS Sports & Fitness Program Manager.

Lack of sleep in children has also been associated with health problems ranging from obesity to mood swings, as well as cognitive problems that can have an impact on a child's ability to concentrate, pay attention, and learn in school.

Feeding therapist Melanie Potock and pediatrician Nimali Fernando and (aka Dr. Yum and Coach Mel) know the importance of giving your child the right start on his or her food journey — for good health, motor skills, and even cognitive and emotional development.

The activation of the serve - and - return wiring in the brain, provide the basis of healthy brain architecture: particularly in relation to life - long mental well - being, empathy, emotional regulation, and cognitive skills (Feldman, Rosenthal & Eidelman, 2014; National Scientific Council on the Developing Child, 2004; World Health Organisation, 2004).

The largest randomized trial of a comprehensive early intervention program for low - birth - weight, premature infants (birth to age three), the Infant Health and Development Program, included a home visiting component along with an educational centre - based program.7 At age three, intervention group children had significantly better cognitive and behavioural outcomes and improved parent - child interactions.

A baby's earliest connections with her parents and caregivers affects her cognitive, social and emotional health and well - being, and builds the foundation for future learning and success.

It also helps the activation of the serve - and - return wiring in the brain, provide the basis of healthy brain architecture: particularly in relation to life - long mental well - being, empathy, emotional regulation, and cognitive skills (Feldman, Rosenthal & Eidelman, 2014; National Scientific Council on the Developing Child, 2004; World Health Organisation, 2004).

These findings are all consistent with the growing body of literature on the impact of adverse childhood experiences on neurological, cognitive, emotional and social development, as well as physical health.38 Although some studies have found no relation between physical punishment and negative outcomes, 35 and others have found the relation to be moderated by other factors, 12 no study has found physical punishment to have a long - term positive effect, and most studies have found negative effects.17

It is common knowledge that the breast is best for infant's health, cognitive, and physical development.

Relatedly for mothers, breastfeeding can have positive health benefits, including anti-inflammatory effects, increased sleep, decreased stress and possibly better mood, thus potentially helping to support parent engagement and care.33 Second, it is also possible that the positive effects on child cognitive development may play a role.

Some doctors say just watching how the candidates handle a physically demanding campaign trail and the cognitive finesse needed to debate can give voters a good idea of health.

Dr. Jim noted that patients who reported greater cognitive aspects of religion and spirituality, such as the ability to integrate the cancer into their religious or spiritual beliefs, also reported better physical health; however, physical health was not related to behavioral aspects of religion and spiritualty, such as church attendance, prayer, or meditation.

A study in the BMJ in 2012 found that having a professional therapist teach cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques to an entire class was no more effective than having the teacher give their usual personal social and health education classes, in terms of the effect on pupils» well - being.

The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies is a multidisciplinary organization committed to the advancement of scientific approaches to the understanding and improvement of human functioning through the investigation and application of behavioral, cognitive and other evidence - based principles to the assessment, prevention, treatment of human problems and the enhancement of health and wellCognitive Therapies is a multidisciplinary organization committed to the advancement of scientific approaches to the understanding and improvement of human functioning through the investigation and application of behavioral, cognitive and other evidence - based principles to the assessment, prevention, treatment of human problems and the enhancement of health and wellcognitive and other evidence - based principles to the assessment, prevention, treatment of human problems and the enhancement of health and well - being.

Hay fever is the most common chronic disorder among Norway's younger population, and it is well documented that the condition significantly reduces the quality of life, general health, sleep patterns and cognitive functions of those affected.

Lead researcher Prof Anne - Marie Minihane, from UEA's Norwich Medical School, said: «The long chain omega - 3 polyunsaturated fatty acid EPA is beneficial for cardiovascular and cognitive health, as well as for foetal development in pregnancy.

For example, having someone come in to teach cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to a class is no more effective than having a teacher give the usual social and health education classes, in terms of pupils» well - being.

The field of nutritional psychiatry is taking off as scientists home in on the ingredients for good mental health and cognitive staying power

Continued investigation of this research may have strong implications for policy makers, public health professionals and school administrators to consider simple and sustainable environmental changes in classrooms that can effectively increase energy expenditure and physical activity as well as enhance cognitive development and education outcomes.

- CER researchers come from a range of professional disciplines including clinical medicine, epidemiology, bioinformatics, biostatistics, health services research, economics, methods research, decision and cognitive sciences, genomics, proteomics, library science, communications, as well as other areas.

M. Catherine Bushnell, PhD, scientific director, Division of Intramural Research, National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, NIH, explained in a plenary session address that many chronic pain patients show associated anxiety and depression as well as deficits in cognitive functions.

«These students» higher cognitive skills may lead them to better health literacy and decision - making.

To better understand the benefits of a new, family - based cognitive behavioral therapy and how it may work to improve sleep in children with ASD, McCrae and Micah Mazurek, associate professor of health psychology, are conducting a sleep treatment study through the Research Core at the MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders.

In one of the first studies to look at the cognitive demands of selecting a mate, female guppies with big brains preferred more colourful males — a trait linked with good health and foraging ability.

Watts said easy - to - walk communities resulted in better outcomes both for physical health — such as lower body mass and blood pressure — and cognition (such as better memory) in the 25 people with mild Alzheimer's disease and 39 older adults without cognitive impairment she tracked.

«When we think about quality of life for older adults, and improving quality of life, it seems like targeting the individual is only part of the story, and our findings suggests that for older adults, a larger part of individual well - being is defined by our partner's health and cognitive functioning as well,» said UA psychologist David Sbarra, a co-author of the paper, which will be published in Psychology and Aging, a journal of the American Psychological Association.

Lead researcher Prof Anne - Marie Minihane, from UEA's Norwich Medical School, said: «The long chain omega - 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids EPA and DHA are beneficial for cardiovascular and cognitive health, as well as for foetal development in pregnancy.

However, the effect of tooth loss on physical or cognitive health and well - being is unknown.

Our study, along with prior studies, supports the notion that «cognitive reserve» resulting from early - life and lifelong education and cognitive stimulation may be a potent strategy for the primary prevention of dementia in both high - and low - income countries around the world.21 However, it should be noted that the relationships among education, brain biology, and cognitive function are complex and likely multidirectional; for instance, a number of recent population - based studies have shown genetic links with level of educational attainment, 22,23 and with the risk for cognitive decline in later life.24 Higher levels of educational attainment are also associated with health behaviors (eg, physical activity, diet, and smoking), more cognitively - complex occupations, and better access to health care, all of which may play a role in decreasing lifetime dementia risk.

The proportion of adults 65 years or older with a high school diploma increased from 55 % in 1990 to 80 % in 2010, while the proportion with a college degree increased from 12 % to 23 %.12 More years of formal education is associated with a reduced risk of dementia, likely through multiple causal pathways, including a direct effect on brain development and function (ie, the building of «cognitive reserve»), health behaviors, as well as the general health advantages of having more wealth and opportunities.13 - 15

The behavioral battery assessed the motor, general health, cognitive, emotional domains as well as the sensory motor capabilities.

Moreover, PHENONIM - ICS is involved in European projects presenting a strong impact on human health: Interreg CARDIOGENE (Genetic mechanisms of cardiovascular diseases), GENCODYS (Genetic and epigenetic networks involved in cognitive dysfunctions), AgedBrainSYSBIO (Basic studies of brain aging), as well as projects in partnership with industry: MAGenTA (an Industrial Strategic Innovation project supported by Bpifrance about the treatment of major urogenital diseases) and CanPathPro (H2020 program), to develop a predictive modeling platform of signaling pathways involved in cancers.

Now, researchers at the Monell Center have established a collaboration with the Brain Health Registry (BHR) to gain better insight into how changes in a person's sense of smell may relate to their health status and cognitive funHealth Registry (BHR) to gain better insight into how changes in a person's sense of smell may relate to their health status and cognitive funhealth status and cognitive function.

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.