Tag: Brain Science
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What Really Causes Migraines? The New Science Behind Headache Disorders
Understanding the Shift in Migraine Science Migraine research is moving beyond a simple idea of pain as a symptom and a single set of triggers. Today’s scientists describe migraine as a brain disorder involving complex networks and dynamic processes. Rather than attributing migraines to one bad day or a few obvious triggers, researchers are mapping…
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What Really Causes Migraines? A Shift in Understanding and Treatment
Understanding the Migraine Puzzle Migraines are more than just a bad headache. For decades, people often heard that migraines were simply a reaction to certain triggers—bright lights, stress, certain foods. But today’s science is rewriting that narrative. Researchers are uncovering why migraines occur, how brain networks shift during an attack, and why some people are…
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UNIGE: Opening Lecture on Education and Neuroscience
Introduction to the UNIGE Opening Lecture The University of Geneva (UNIGE) is set to host a thought-provoking opening lecture on September 16, focusing on the intersection of education and neuroscience. This initiative showcases how two seemingly disparate fields can come together to enhance teaching methodologies and student outcomes. Exploring the Dynamics Between Education and Neuroscience…
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Music as Therapy: Unlocking Healing Potential
Understanding Music Therapy Music therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship. It leverages the profound connection between sound and our emotional and physical well-being. Research indicates that music can stimulate areas of the brain associated with emotion and cognition, leading to a holistic approach…
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This Week in Science: Brain-Boosting Smells, The Brightest Flash Ever, and More
This week in science brings a host of fascinating discoveries and developments that captivate the imagination while advancing our understanding of the world and beyond. From innovative health guidelines to cosmic mysteries, let’s explore the highlights of this week in science. **U.S. Blood Pressure Guidelines** In a groundbreaking move, health authorities in the U.S. have…