http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104 The latest quality free reprint articles from Alvaro Fernandez at SubmitYOURArticle.com Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:35:36 +0000 Brain fitness and neuroplasticity are two words that appear everywhere in the media these days, and were nowhere to be found just a few years ago. What do they mean? How can they help me? Let me address the 7 most common questions people have on how to maintain and improve brain fitness, based on a recent survey. For example: Why is neuroplasticity so important for education and health?, Where do I start?, Does brain training work? http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-fitness-71587.php Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety just started recommending a new "brain training" program called DriveSharp, developed by Posit Science. In order to understand why, here we interview Peter Kissinger, CEO of the AAA Foundation. Mr. Kissinger says that he expects many insurance companies will start to offer "brain training" programs for free or at a deep discount to their members, especially older adults, to improve driver safety. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-training-66552.php Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:34:56 +0000 Public libraries moved beyond just offering books long ago, but only now are they actively promoting brain health in the community. If reshaped as Health Clubs of the Brain and the Mind, public libraries would provide a critical service to an aging population and become centers of information and destinations for brain fitness programs. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-teasers-65694.php Sat, 26 Sep 2009 02:07:35 +0000 Groundbreaking brain research has occurred over the last 20 years - without parallel growth of consumer awareness and professional development. Neuroscientist Torkel Klingberg is optimistic, "In the future we may be as aware of cognitive function as we now are obsessed with calories, diets, glycemic index and cardiovascular training". What are the obstacles slowing down progress, and how can we deal with them? http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/cognitive-neuroscience-64551.php Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:39:33 +0000 How can you take care of your brain when every week brings a new barrage of articles and studies which seem to contradict each other? Do supplements improve memory? Do you need both physical and mental exercise? Which brain training approach, if any, is worth one's time and money? Once you understand the facts of brain health and training, instead of believing the myths, you will be able to make much better decisions on how to stay sharp. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-age-60655.php Sun, 05 Jul 2009 20:46:45 +0000 My wife and I recently attended an inspiring Goldman Prize Award ceremony, where seven grassroots environmental change-makers were recognized for their impressive work and resiliency. We did hear too from Al Gore, Tracy Chapman, Robert Redford, and Richard Goldman. What does this have to do with one's brain? well, a recent study showed how volunteering can provide significant brain benefits. Improve the World, Improve your Brain! http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-fitness-56349.php Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:21:25 +0000 Today we discuss some of the brain implications of "always on" workplaces and lifestyles via a fascinating interview with Maggie Jackson, an award-winning author and journalist. Her latest book, Distracted: The Erosion of Attention and the Coming Dark Age, describes the implications of our busy work and life environments and offers important reflections to help us thrive in them. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-exercise-53794.php Sat, 14 Mar 2009 03:38:50 +0000 In April 2008, Baycrest, a leading research institute focused on aging and brain function, received $10-million from the Ontario Government to create a groundbreaking Centre for Brain Fitness. We have Baycrest's CEO with us today, to explore why and how the XXI century may witness a revolution in Brain Health fueled by new technology. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-training-52553.php Wed, 25 Feb 2009 03:03:20 +0000 A new study shows how brain training works - and doesn't work. It depends on what you define as "it works". So, if you are considering buying some of these new programs, you do need to do a bit of homework. Here you have a 10-Question Program Evaluation Checklist to support your decision process. http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-plasticity-51792.php Tue, 17 Feb 2009 02:06:35 +0000 Here you have The 10 Most Popular Brain Fitness & Cognitive Health Books of 2008, based on book purchases by SharpBrains' readers during 2008. We hope you find them as stimulating as we did - ready to exercise your brain by selecting at least one to read? http://www.submityourarticle.com/articles/Alvaro-Fernandez-2104/brain-games-49562.php Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:16:47 +0000