How Virtual Reality Can Improve Our Quality of Life
The reason that a neuroscientist like me gets so excited about virtual reality is its huge potential for helping people improve their quality of life.
I Am Gen Z – A Brilliant Documentary
I am Gen Z is an exceptional documentary I contributed to which describes the challenges faced by young people in a world broken by over-engagement with modern technology
Are Neighbours Our Most Valuable Connections?
That life-changing social interaction that helps you get the dream job will probably arise from conversations with people outside your close-knit social circle rather than in it. This brain blog explains why…
Book Review: The Little Black Book of Data and Democracy
This brilliant book goes a further than any other that I’ve read in recent times in helping people better understand the crazy online world we’re living in
Reboot Your Brain with SYBO2
In the UK, the lockdown mindset is finally lifting. Just as we find ourselves in dire need of a reboot, after 18 months of being stuck at home, the 2nd edition of Sort Your Brain Out is launching (2nd Sept 2021) to help everyone get their brain back into gear!
Covid-19 and The Vaccines
There is much misunderstanding about CoVid-19 and the vaccines. So we brought back our podcast to explain all with the help of a vaccine expert.
Gambling and the Adolescent Brain
I recently presented a film for the charity GamCare, using VR to take someone on a tour of the brain regions involved in gambling. YouTuber and UK boxer Viddal popped in briefly for a quick interview about the impact of gambling on adolescent brains.
Body Scan Meditation
During some talks I gave recently for the Thrive Approach I promised I’d make the Body Scan script I’ve been working with available in this month’s blog, so here it is…
Book Review: WHY WE SLEEP by Matt Walker
On balance this book really is a very important read and I thoroughly encourage everyone to get hold of a copy…
Booze, Weed and the Human Brain
A recently published study has revealed fascinating insights into differences in the impact of recreational alcohol and cannabis use on human brain structure