The Brain Tease: Recent Episodes
The Brain Tease
Tune in to The Brain Tease: a super short podcast that explains psychology and neuroscience news to the everyday listener. We all have brains, so why not learn more about them?
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On this ep, we explore the modern epidemic of loneliness (0:52). I discuss a recent study that shows how human brains crave social interaction just like how they crave food and drugs (2:00). I also discuss how social interaction is so important in preventing depression (3:23). Lastly, we look into how to overcome loneliness during a pandemic lockdown (3:53). Sources: go to www.thebraintease.com/loneliness/ for all articles referenced in this pod
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On this ep, we explore misconceptions of anxiety (0:33), Ariana Grande's hit single "breathin" (1:29), information about anxiety disorders (2:09), why we study the brain (3:49), and how anxiety affects brain regions involved in emotion and emotion control (4:16). Anxiety information and treatment resources: www.thebraintease.com/resources/ . Sources: go to https://www.thebraintease.com/anxiety-and-the-brain/ for all articles referenced in this pod.
MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
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On this ep, we explore depression meme research (1:11), what depression is (2:17), causes of depression (3:00), serotonin and antidepressants (3:48), issues with current depression treatments/ why we study the brain (4:35), how depression affects brain networks (5:22) and a hypothesis about depression affects the brain (7:05). Recap at (7:52). Depression information and treatment resources: www.thebraintease.com/resources/ . Sources: go to www.thebraintease.com/feeling-the-blues/ for all articles referenced in this pod.
MentalHealthAwarenessMonth
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What have you always wondered about the brain? If you have an idea for an episode, message me at www.thebraintease.com . LOOKING FOR PODCAST GUESTS: You don’t have to be a neuroscientist to be on the pod – I welcome everyone! Message me ( at www.thebraintease.com ) if you love mental health/wellness or pursue an interesting career or hobby.
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On this ep, we explore how listening to music affects brain regions involved in pleasure and emotion (1:07), how the type of music affects brain activation (1:50), and how autobiographical memory is related to listening to music (2:28). We also discuss how music therapy affects depression (3:22) and Alzheimer’s disease (3:39). Lastly, I share my thoughts on music and @Bonnaroo (4:20). Recap at (4:45). Sources: go to www.thebraintease.com/pass-the-aux/ for all articles referenced in this pod
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On this ep, we explore how one workout can affect your brain and mood (2:01) and also explore the long term, protective brain benefits of exercise (3:46). We also explain neuroplasticity and brain aging (4:00) and discuss which type exercise (cardio vs. strength training) is best for your brain and mood (7:10). Episode Recap / Final Thoughts @ 9:55 . Sources: go to www.thebraintease.com/exercise-gains-vs-brains/ for all articles referenced in this pod
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On this ep, I explore meditation neuroscience research. I discuss Dr. Richard Davidson's work with Tibetan monks (1:49), mindfulness based brain changes (3:56), and effects of meditation on anxiety and depression (4:38). Sources: go to www.thebraintease.com/meditation/ for all articles referenced in this pod
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On this ep, I explore the importance of dopamine, the inaccuracy of the phrase 'dopamine levels' (05:30), and the new trend of #dopaminefasting (07:20) popularized by @DrSepah. Sources: go to www.thebraintease.com/wtf-is-dopamine/ for all articles referenced in this pod
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A short explanation of the podcast that offers you bite size psychology and neuroscience. Tune in to The Brain Tease: a super short podcast that explains psychology and neuroscience news to the everyday listener. We all have brains, so why not learn more about them? Check out www.thebraintease.com for more information
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