Neural plasticity is the mechanism by which the brain encodes experience and learns new skills, behaviors, and habits in daily life and on the athletic field. Brain cells called neurons form a communication network that serves as the foundation of information processing in the brain. The neural network of the brain holds the capacity to
Neuroimaging includes various techniques that either directly or indirectly image the structure and the function of the human brain. Thus, neuroimaging can be divided into two categories: structural imaging and functional imaging. Structural imaging examines the structure of the brain (like gray and white matter) and the possible changes that occur in these structures with
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) refers to damage to the brain caused by external physical force. It is the leading cause of long-term disability in young adults. Approximately 1.5 million Americans survive brain injuries each year, and an estimated 70,000 to 90,000 of these survivors are left with long-term impairments that interfere with their psychosocial adjustment
This article explores the multifaceted effects of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) within the realm of health psychology. Commencing with a definition and contextualization of TBI, the introduction emphasizes its prevalence and underscores its significance within the field. The subsequent sections delve into the cognitive, emotional, and social dimensions of TBI effects, examining intricate nuances such
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a significant concern within the field of psychology, impacting individuals across diverse demographics. This article explores the causes and risk factors associated with TBI, delves into the pathophysiology and symptoms of this condition, elucidates the various psychological assessment and intervention approaches, and examines the long-term psychological impact and outcomes. By
An uncomplicated mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) is traumatic brain injury in which there is a brief loss of consciousness, brief posttraumatic amnesia, or an alteration of mental status (e.g., feeling dazed) without evidence of neurological damage. Physical, cognitive, and psychological symptoms are common in the days and weeks immediately following the injury, but these
Advances in medicine, surgery, and public health have gradually increased the average life expectancy of the population. At the same time, patients with chronic diseases experience increased survival periods in relatively good health, leading to advanced single or only few organ failures, making them adequate candidates for organ replacement via transplantation. The accumulated knowledge and
Humans share many similarities with other animals, including the ability to experience sensations, exhibit motor behavior, and even socialize. However, we are clearly different in many important regards. For example, unlike any other animal, humans possess the unique ability to produce and understand language, experience complex emotions, and perform higher cognitive functions. Not surprisingly, each
The two hemispheres of the human brain are anatomically and functionally asymmetric. Anatomical Asymmetry Anatomical differences between the two hemispheres are observed in gross sulcal and gyral patterns and size. The left Sylvian fissure is often more branched, longer, and horizontal than the corresponding structure in the right hemisphere (RH). The planum temporale (PT), associated
Brain plasticity refers to the observation that both the structure and function of the brain are molded by experience much in the way that plastic is shaped by a manufacturer to suit various demands. Brain plasticity occurs during development of the nervous system, when we learn, and in response to injury. This plasticity is manifested