Category Archives: Brain Function

Experiencing extreme mood swings with emotional highs and lows is a feature of a psychological illness called bipolar disorder. Bipolar individuals have episodes of heightened euphoria and energy but are irritable. And then there are instances where they feel the exact opposite, feeling sad or hopeless, losing interest in previously enjoyed activities. While the exact ...click here to read more

There comes a time when we all think about retirement. We often dream about spending the rest of our days in luxury, perhaps in a warm climate country, leisurely strolling down the beach. Retirement is supposed to be a time free of stress. But sadly, according to a recently published paper, this fantasy only ever ...click here to read more

Talking to yourself and speaking incoherently to an invisible entity is seen as extremely odd and is the definition of crazy in most people’s eyes. But these are symptoms of a severe mental disorder called schizophrenia, which involves a range of problems with thinking, behavior, and emotion. Schizophrenia affects nearly 24 million people worldwide and ...click here to read more

May is mental health month and a time for all people to recognize the effect that mental illness can have. We at Bel Marra think it is important to educate people about the various conditions that may lead to an impacted mental well-being. We have taken the time to provide all who are interested with ...click here to read more

We’ve all had trouble falling asleep at one time or another, whether it’s due to excessive external noises disrupting your sleep or a feeling of restlessness. It is also a well-known fact that as we age, the quality of our sleep declines, which can lead to memory loss later in life. Thankfully, new research has ...click here to read more

Sleep… what isn’t it good for? When we catch a cold, the best treatment is to stay in bed as long as possible. When something’s bothering us and keeping our spirits low, the best way to cheer up and forget our worries is to sleep it off. When a big event is coming up and ...click here to read more

Having a tumor in the brain is not only a terrifying thing, but one that carries many debilitating traits along with it, from severe headaches to epileptic episodes. Another debilitating condition is diabetes, and it affects far more people than brain tumors ever could. Living with poorly controlled diabetes can often lead to several neurological ...click here to read more

Playing video games is often considered a waste of time and is negatively associated with laziness and being antisocial. This notion exists because video games are usually a singular experience, with the player huddled in front of a television, fixed on the screen. But this couldn’t be further from the truth, and is perhaps a ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia characterized by memory loss and decline in other cognitive abilities, resulting in difficulty completing everyday tasks in those affected by the condition. While some degree of memory decline and cognitive problems is common for the elderly, Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging, and ...click here to read more

When somebody mentions the word exercise, usually we imagine heart-pumping workouts or lifting heavy weights. We associate such intense activities with exhaustion that one would feel after a training session which leaves us less inclined to the idea of exercise at all. What most people do not realize is that walking is a great form ...click here to read more

It’s been said time and again that maintaining a healthy diet and getting adequate amounts of exercise provides a bounty of physical and mental benefits, including benefits for the memory. However, there was no clear explanation as to how fitness improves this aspect of mental capacity. New research conducted by scientists at the University of ...click here to read more

We all get tired from time to time, whether it’s after a long day’s work or taking care of some rambunctious children all day—our physical and mental state often feel completely drained to a point where we look forward to shutting our eyes for a few moments to recoup some of that lost energy. This ...click here to read more

When was the last time you danced? Perhaps at a friend’s birthday party? Sharing a romantic moment with your partner when you hear a favorite song from your youth? Or maybe you regularly dance in the kitchen as you cook? Whatever the reason, if you’re dancing regularly, you’re doing your health a huge service—particularly your ...click here to read more

The brain is arguably the most important organ in the human body, and it is only natural that we take good care of it, especially as we start getting older. We at Bel Marra appreciate all the brain does for us, as it is the main interpreter of the world around us. Here are some ...click here to read more