Higher‑level brain systems that interpret perception may play a central role in imagination

Imagination is one of the most powerful things our brains can do. We can relive past events while taking a walk, rehearse ...
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A 20‑Year Study Put Brain Games To The Test. This Is the Only One That Lowered Dementia Risk

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Doctors have recommended for years that people play brain games like puzzles and Sudoku to try to keep ...
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Scientists Think They’ve Found the Region of the Brain That Regulates Conscious Perception

A team of scientists has identified areas of the brain that are activated when a person becomes aware of themself and their thoughts. This enigmatic process appears to be controlled by the thalamus, a ...