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Curiosity and learning
When it comes to brain development, researchers and teachers are both finding that one of the best ways for learning to happen is through the process of inquiry. First, the brain enjoys curiosity, which creates a natural positive feedback loop to learning. With curiosity leading the way, the hippocampus lights up, paving the way toward a pleasure-reward circuit, attaching a hit of "feel good" dopamine. That positive sensation leads to a greater desire to return to the function of learning...
Andria Doyle
Many people go about their daily routine feeling stressed, anxious, empty, distracted, or just unfulfilled. Other life challenges such as the experience of chronic pain or long-term illness can take a toll on our mental health. With degrees from Bowling Green State University and West Virginia University, and a residency at the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio, Andria Doyle has more than 15 years of professional experience as a clinical psychologist. Andria's...
Run with Team Jenelle!
The NAMI Color Me Happy Walk & 5k raises awareness and funds on behalf of mental health for Hancock County. NAMI will honor our beloved Jenelle Hohman and commemorate the legacy of her work by renaming the annual event in her honor.
More Green This Spring
If you’ve been in the office recently, you may have noticed the exceptionally large peace lily Landon contributed to our space. As he made a new home for it, he declared, “I want to green this place up. New life!” Now our outdoor surroundings have decided to join in the sense of…
Movement Add a Resting Pose
A yoga practice usually ends in a final resting pose, most commonly savasana, or corpse pose. For some people, they love the “forced” relaxation. Others struggle with the idea of laying still to “do nothing.”
Other forms of exercise often end with a period of rest…
Rhythm of Rest
Humans, much like the rest of the universe, operate from a collection of rhythms established with nature. Our bodies sync with our environment each quarter (with the seasons), each month (with the moon), each week and each day (rotation around the sun)…
Sleep Well, Start Young
Sleep is a crucial element of mental and physical wellbeing for kids. Children who are over-tired are more prone to tantrums, have a difficult time focusing or concentrating in school and exhibit defiant behavior in general. Lack of sleep can also lead to lowered immune system functioning…