Everyday Neuro 020: The Well Intentioned Myths of Sleep and How to Treat Insomnia
In this episode I talk about sleep and the beneficial effects it has on the brain. We are joined by an expert in the field, the amazing Dr Michelle Ni Raghallaigh from The Sleep Sphere (https://thesle...
4 Dec 202224min
Everyday Neuro 019: How to Recognise and Support Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
In this episode, I discuss what PTSD is and what some of the symptoms are. I talk about ways to minimise stress when facing a traumatic incident including a lived experience. I also provide informatio...
7 Nov 202216min
Everyday Neuro 018 Part 1: Nature and the brain - How our living environment can enhance mental and physical health
In Part 1 of this episode, I discuss the topic of nature and how it can enhance our wellbeing, feelings of safety and security and ultimately our health and productivity. In Part 1, I am joined by int...
11 Okt 202212min
Everyday Neuro 017: The Art of Relaxation - Learn Effective Ways to Reduce Tension and Anxiety
In Episode 17, I discuss the topic of relaxation and how we can engage in breath work to help reduce tension and anxiety. I talk with Tessa Hughes, an experienced mindfulness practitioner about the be...
31 Jan 202016min
Everyday Neuro 016: Tackling Concussion in High Impact Sport Head On - How Technology is Guiding Players, Parents and the Future of Safe Play
In Episode 16, I discuss advances in research and technology that are attempting to provide new information to improve the safety of playing high impact adult and youth sports. I talk with Damien Hawe...
31 Okt 201923min
Everyday Neuro 015 Part 2: The Truth About Stroke – A Family’s Journey of Resilience, Humour and Recovery
In Episode 15 Part 2, I discuss some of the symptoms of stroke including coordination and communication issues, and explain how this is organised in the brain. I complete my interview with Cassie Wats...
30 Sep 201924min
Everyday Neuro 015 Part 1: The Truth About Stroke – A Family’s Journey of Resilience, Humour and Recovery
In Episode 15 Part 1, I discuss what is stroke, how to identify the potential signs of stroke and that ‘time is brain’. I share with you the latest strategies to treat stroke including the use of mobi...
16 Sep 201918min
Everyday Neuro 014: Hitting the Reset Button - The Benefits of Recreational Travel on Our Thinking and Wellbeing, Now and in the Future
In this episode, I discuss the huge benefits that recreational travel or taking a holiday can have on your thinking and wellbeing. I will introduce research that shows that the benefits to our mood oc...
14 Aug 201916min
