In this video, I explore the neuroscience of consciousness. I discuss what neuroscientists mean by consciousness, the challenges of determining when it is present, the brain systems associated with conscious…
In this video, I explore the neuroscience of consciousness. I discuss what neuroscientists mean by consciousness, the challenges of determining when it is present,…
Anxiety is a state of heightened apprehension or worry, often related to potential, distant, or uncertain danger. In this video, I explore what happens…
Clinical depression is a disorder that affects mood, thinking, and behavior. In this video, I discuss several hypotheses regarding the neurobiological mechanisms that may…
Neuroplasticity refers to the brain's ability to change and adapt throughout life. In this video, I discuss the mechanisms underlying neuroplasticity, the situations in…
Ion channels are proteins found in the cell membrane that allow charged particles called ions to move into or out of a cell. In…
Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage to areas of the brain involved in producing or understanding language. In this video, I discuss…
If you’re interested in testing and strengthening your neuroscience knowledge, I’ve created a free Quiz Bank on my website. It includes: ✓ More than…
If you enjoy my neuroscience content and want to take your learning further, I've created a free, self-paced Introduction to Neuroscience course on my…
For much of the history of neuroscience, glial cells were treated like structures that existed mainly to support and hold neurons together. In fact,…
In this video, I explain how the brain changes across the lifespan, from early neural development to older adulthood. I cover the formation of…
