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By Karen C. Jacobson, ADCFellowship Square Mesa karen.jacobson@christiancare.org
The Brain – Use it or Lose itSlide2
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Believe it or Not!Slide3
Weight at birth – 4-5 lbs, as adults – 3 lbs
Total surface area of cerebral cortex 2.69 sq ft
100 billion neurons in brain – same as stars in galaxy
750-1,000 ml (3 cans soda) of blood flow through brain every minute
Information travels between neurons at 260 mph
Energy used by brain can light a 25 watt light bulb
On an average day, brain produces 70,000 thoughtsWithout oxygen, cells die after 4-6 minutes
Brain Facts Slide4Slide5
Left Brain
Literal Linear Analytical Evaluative
Objective
Verbal
Speech and language Slide6
Right Brain
Controls the left side Creative Imaginative Visual
Artistic
Subjective
Non-verbal Spiritual and holistic Slide7
RELAXED HEMISPHERE- “alpha” waves
ACTIVE HEMISPHERE- “beta” waves
During mathematical and logical reasoning- An increase in “alpha” in the right and an increase in “beta” in the left.
During meditation and visualization- An increase in “alpha” in the left hemisphere and an increase in “beta” in the right
Evolution of ConsciousnessSlide8
Give
the left brain something to do (
ie
. Walk, take a ride or clean something)
Learn to say “NO”
Avoid the hot-button topics- Religion/politics
Be more assertive- Tackle problems head-on Forgive and share your feelings Pamper yourself when possible (ie.massage) Develop a priority calendar Avoid Brain “Overload” Slide9
The Aging Brain
Forgetfulness
Not feeling sharp
Difficulty learning new things
Unable to concentrate
Slow to process
Others?Slide10
The Secret to an Anti-Aging BrainSlide11
Activate Your Brain
“ An active brain is a healthy brain, while inaction leads to reduced brain fitness.”
Lawrence C Katz, Ph.D.Slide12
Neurobics – Brain ExercisesSlide13
How Neurobics Works
Involve one or more of your senses in a novel context
Engage your attention
Break a routine activity in an unexpected, nontrivial way.Slide14
Neurobic Exercises
Brush teeth with non-dominant hand
Close eyes while taking shower or washing your hands
Take a trip without knowing the destination
Drive or walk a different route to work
Sort and count coins with eyes closed
Experiment with aromas and music during bath timeRead aloud to yourselfSlide15
Reading Aloud – A Tongue Twister
A Tudor who tooted a flute tried to tutor two tooters to toot. Said the two to their tutor, “Is it harder to toot or to tutor two tooters to toot?”Slide16
Breathing from diaphragm
Learning New Names
Counting
Alphabet
Names by type
Word Flow
Upside down readingImaginingCreative Writing
Neurobic Warm-upsSlide17
Word Association Exercise
Task: Illustrate an article about vacations in Alaska
Vacations
Camping
Beach
Cruise ship
CameraSunglassesSuitcasesCars,trains,planesRelaxing,Swimming (pools)EatingSleepingReadingDrinksAlaskaColdIcePolar bearsEagleBearsSalmon
EskimosOil wellsWilderness
Snow
Hunting
Fishing
Dog sleds Slide18
Stroop Test
Red
Blue
Red Yellow GreenGreen Red Green Yellow BlueGreen Blue Green Yellow
Red
Blue
Yellow
Yellow
Blue
Green
Red
Blue
Red
Yellow
Green
Green
Yellow
Blue
Red
Red
Green
Yellow
Red
Green
Blue
Blue
Green
Yellow
Red
Blue
Red Green Yellow Yellow Blue Blue Blue Red Yellow GreenSlide19
Games
Online -
luminosity.com
123opticalillusions.com
, rhymezone.com, dakengames.com, + manyWord – Scrabble, Guggenheim, BananagramBoard – Chess, Monopoly, Checkers, etc.Card – Bridge, poker, 500, cribbage, etc.Puzzles – Geometric, Jigsaw, Riddles, Story Problems
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Physical Exercise
Tai Chi
Yoga
Dance
Aerobic -
swimming, walking fast, riding bicycleSlide21
Healthy Foods
Blueberries
Salmon
Flax seeds
Coffee
Mixed nuts
AvocadosEggsWhole GrainsChocolateBroccoliSlide22
Classical Music
Mozart
Bach
VivaldiSlide23
Sleep
Quiet
Peaceful
UndisturbedSlide24
Socialization
Connect to family
Connect to friends
Connect to community
Connect to PEOPLESlide25
Spirituality
Prayer
Meditation
Bible Study
Religious GatheringsSlide26
Brainy Quotes
“If you think old, you are old.”
“You don’t grow old, you become old by not growing.”
“Minds are like parachutes, they work best when they are open.”
“Aging is a process of growth, not of decline.” Slide27
ResourcesKeep Your Brain Alive
by Lawrence C. Katz, Ph.D. & Manning RubinTrain Your Brain – 60 Days to a Better Brain by Dr. Ryuta Kawashima
Aerobics of the Mind
by Marge Engelman
The Aging Brain by Edward Gray
Boost Your Brain Power
by Ellen Michaud, Russell Wild