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Why do we have Less Motivation to Learn as We Age?

Why do we have Less Motivation to Learn as We Age?

By Jim Windell

           I don’t know about you, but I have noticed that many people, particularly after they retire, seem to lose the zest they had previously for engaging in new activities, taking on new challenges or learning new things. Do most people need the structure of a job and a daily routine in order to maintain an interest in the new or the novel? Do they just get tired and want to put their brain – and their body – in a rocking chair? Or is there some other explanation?

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Sleep or No Sleep after a Trauma?

Sleep or No Sleep after a Trauma?

By Jim Windell

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Low Levels of Chemicals in Mothers may cause ADHD

Low Levels of Chemicals in Mothers may cause ADHD

By Jim Windell

            Does the thyroid health of pregnant women play a role in the brain development of their fetus?
           

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Alcohol Use During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Alcohol Use During the Coronavirus Pandemic

By Jim Windell

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The Trauma of Racism may have Long-Term Impact on Health

The Trauma of Racism may have Long-Term Impact on Health

By Jim Windell

            Racism has multiple effects on Black people, including lasting impacts on their physical and mental health.

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Why are Some Veterans More Susceptible to PTSD?

Why are Some Veterans More Susceptible to PTSD?

By Jim Windell

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Does Writing by Hand Make You Smarter?

Does Writing by Hand Make You Smarter?

By Jim Windell

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Professor Says that Violence in Portland and Kenosha was Both Predictable and Preventable

Professor Says that Violence in Portland and Kenosha was Both Predictable and Preventable

By Jim Windell

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Which Depressed Young People May Benefit from Exercise?

Which Depressed Young People May Benefit from Exercise?

By Jim Windell

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Breakthrough in Memory Research

Breakthrough in Memory Research

Jim Windell

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Driving While ADD

Driving While ADD

Jim Windell

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Increasing Domestic Violence During the Pandemic

Increasing Domestic Violence During the Pandemic

By Jim Windell

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Retiring Early Not a Great Idea

Retiring Early Not a Good Idea?

By Jim Windell

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Recognizing Emotional and Psychological Symptoms in Children and Teens Following a Concussion

Recognizing Emotional and Psychological Symptoms in Children and Teens Following a Concussion

 By Jim Windell

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Which Kind of OCD Treatment Works Best?

Which Kind of OCD Treatment Works Best?

 By Jim Windell

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Resilience, Posttraumatic Growth and Cancer

Resilience, Posttraumatic Growth and Cancer

 By Jim Windell

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