How we think, learn, remember, and pay attention.
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…
Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage to areas of the brain involved in producing or understanding language. In this video, I discuss…
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In this video, I explore the role of the hippocampus in memory. I begin with an overview of the different types of memory, then…
In this video, I discuss the anatomy and physiology of the basal ganglia—a group of structures that play a key role in movement as…
Antipsychotics are a class of drugs primarily used to manage the symptoms of psychosis; they are most commonly used to treat schizophrenia. In this…
Neurodegenerative diseases are characterized by the degeneration and death of neurons. In this video, I first discuss some general characteristics and common pathologies of…
Default mode network is a term used to describe interconnected regions of the brain that display suppressed activity during cognitively demanding tasks focused on…
Binge-eating disorder is characterized by binge-eating episodes where someone takes in a relatively large amount of food in a given period of time. In…
In this video, I discuss the neuroscience behind lucid dreaming, which occurs when someone who is dreaming becomes aware they are dreaming. To watch…
Migraine is a chronic neurological condition involving repeated headaches as well as a variety of other symptoms. In this video, I discuss the neurological…
Methylphenidate, better known as Ritalin or Concerta, is a stimulant medication primarily used to treat ADHD. In this video, I discuss how methylphenidate affects…
Explore the structures behind memory, thinking, and attention.
Schizophrenia
Disorder characterized by a number of different psychiatric symptoms.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
