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As Social Media Chair for the Wake Forest Brain Awareness Council, I created content designed to make neuroscience approachable, engaging, and relevant for diverse audiences. These featured posts highlight my ability to translate complex scientific topics into clear, concise messaging tailored for public platforms.
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Your brain can process pain—but it can’t feel it. That’s right: the brain itself has no pain receptors. So during brain surgery, patients can be awake without feeling pain in the brain! #neurosciencemyths

Your brain can process pain—but it can’t feel it. That’s right: the brain itself has no pain receptors. So during brain surgery, patients can be awake without feeling pain in the brain! #neurosciencemyths

Your brain can process pain—but it can’t feel it. That’s right: the brain itself has no pain receptors. So during brain surgery, patients can be awake without feeling pain in the brain! #neurosciencemyths

Your brain can process pain—but it can’t feel it. That’s right: the brain itself has no pain receptors. So during brain surgery, patients can be awake without feeling pain in the brain! #neurosciencemyths

Joe Goldberg isn’t just a charming stalker—he’s a masterclass in dissociation, trauma response, and compulsive behavior. With the release of the final season of ‘You’, let’s explore the neuroscience behind Netflix’s most unsettling antihero. @netflix #YouNetflix

Joe Goldberg isn’t just a charming stalker—he’s a masterclass in dissociation, trauma response, and compulsive behavior. With the release of the final season of ‘You’, let’s explore the neuroscience behind Netflix’s most unsettling antihero. @netflix #YouNetflix

Joe Goldberg isn’t just a charming stalker—he’s a masterclass in dissociation, trauma response, and compulsive behavior. With the release of the final season of ‘You’, let’s explore the neuroscience behind Netflix’s most unsettling antihero. @netflix #YouNetflix

Joe Goldberg isn’t just a charming stalker—he’s a masterclass in dissociation, trauma response, and compulsive behavior. With the release of the final season of ‘You’, let’s explore the neuroscience behind Netflix’s most unsettling antihero. @netflix #YouNetflix

What is the neuroscience behind a stroke? 🧠🩸A stroke happens when blood can’t reach part of the brain—either from a blockage or a burst blood vessel. Without oxygen, brain cells start to die fast. What are simple ways to prevent this? Check it out above ⬆️ #strokeeducation

What is the neuroscience behind a stroke? 🧠🩸A stroke happens when blood can’t reach part of the brain—either from a blockage or a burst blood vessel. Without oxygen, brain cells start to die fast. What are simple ways to prevent this? Check it out above ⬆️ #strokeeducation

During #stressawarenessmonth , let’s talk about how your brain reacts to stress! When stressed, your amygdala (fear center) goes into overdrive, cortisol surges, and your prefrontal cortex (decision-making) takes a hit. The good news? Mindfulness, sleep & exercise can help! #mentalhealth

During #stressawarenessmonth , let’s talk about how your brain reacts to stress! When stressed, your amygdala (fear center) goes into overdrive, cortisol surges, and your prefrontal cortex (decision-making) takes a hit. The good news? Mindfulness, sleep & exercise can help! #mentalhealth

During #stressawarenessmonth , let’s talk about how your brain reacts to stress! When stressed, your amygdala (fear center) goes into overdrive, cortisol surges, and your prefrontal cortex (decision-making) takes a hit. The good news? Mindfulness, sleep & exercise can help! #mentalhealth

During #stressawarenessmonth , let’s talk about how your brain reacts to stress! When stressed, your amygdala (fear center) goes into overdrive, cortisol surges, and your prefrontal cortex (decision-making) takes a hit. The good news? Mindfulness, sleep & exercise can help! #mentalhealth

Ever wondered how Daredevil ‘sees’ without sight? 😈 Sensory compensation is the key! When one sense is lost, the brain enhances others—like touch, hearing & smell—to adapt. Science shows this is real, though not quite as superhuman as in the comics! @daredevil

Ever wondered how Daredevil ‘sees’ without sight? 😈 Sensory compensation is the key! When one sense is lost, the brain enhances others—like touch, hearing & smell—to adapt. Science shows this is real, though not quite as superhuman as in the comics! @daredevil

Ever wondered how Daredevil ‘sees’ without sight? 😈 Sensory compensation is the key! When one sense is lost, the brain enhances others—like touch, hearing & smell—to adapt. Science shows this is real, though not quite as superhuman as in the comics! @daredevil

Ever wondered how Daredevil ‘sees’ without sight? 😈 Sensory compensation is the key! When one sense is lost, the brain enhances others—like touch, hearing & smell—to adapt. Science shows this is real, though not quite as superhuman as in the comics! @daredevil

In anticipation of the season finale, the sci-fi thriller ‘Severance’ plays with a wild neuroscience concept: can you truly separate work & personal memories? Is it fact or just fiction? Find out what could be happening inside the brain of your fav innie or outie #severance @lumonindustries 🧠👨💼👩💼🏢 📈

In anticipation of the season finale, the sci-fi thriller ‘Severance’ plays with a wild neuroscience concept: can you truly separate work & personal memories? Is it fact or just fiction? Find out what could be happening inside the brain of your fav innie or outie #severance @lumonindustries 🧠👨💼👩💼🏢📈

In anticipation of the season finale, the sci-fi thriller ‘Severance’ plays with a wild neuroscience concept: can you truly separate work & personal memories? Is it fact or just fiction? Find out what could be happening inside the brain of your fav innie or outie #severance @lumonindustries 🧠👨💼👩💼🏢📈

In anticipation of the season finale, the sci-fi thriller ‘Severance’ plays with a wild neuroscience concept: can you truly separate work & personal memories? Is it fact or just fiction? Find out what could be happening inside the brain of your fav innie or outie #severance @lumonindustries 🧠👨💼👩💼🏢📈

BRAIN BASICS - Neurotransmitters. 🔬Serotonin is a key brain chemical that regulates mood & emotions! It keeps neural circuits balanced, but too little is linked to depression & anxiety. It’s not just about ‘boosting’ serotonin—its effects depend on where & how it acts in the brain! #serotoninboost

BRAIN BASICS - Neurotransmitters. 🔬Serotonin is a key brain chemical that regulates mood & emotions! It keeps neural circuits balanced, but too little is linked to depression & anxiety. It’s not just about ‘boosting’ serotonin—its effects depend on where & how it acts in the brain! #serotoninboost

BRAIN BASICS - Neurotransmitters. 🔬Serotonin is a key brain chemical that regulates mood & emotions! It keeps neural circuits balanced, but too little is linked to depression & anxiety. It’s not just about ‘boosting’ serotonin—its effects depend on where & how it acts in the brain! #serotoninboost

BRAIN BASICS 🧠 - The Sensation Center. The somatosensory cortex is your brain’s map of touch, pain, and body awareness. Every sensation—from a feather’s tickle to a stubbed toe—gets processed here. It’s how you feel the world around you. #somatosensation

BRAIN BASICS 🧠 - The Sensation Center. The somatosensory cortex is your brain’s map of touch, pain, and body awareness. Every sensation—from a feather’s tickle to a stubbed toe—gets processed here. It’s how you feel the world around you. #somatosensation

BRAIN BASICS 🧠 - The Sensation Center. The somatosensory cortex is your brain’s map of touch, pain, and body awareness. Every sensation—from a feather’s tickle to a stubbed toe—gets processed here. It’s how you feel the world around you. #somatosensation

This Valentine’s Day, is it the love bug going around or just brain chemistry? 🧠Is the phrase “love on the brain” fiction or fact? Check out below on how we have feelings of love when we are with our special person💕#valentinesday #love

This Valentine’s Day, is it the love bug going around or just brain chemistry? 🧠Is the phrase “love on the brain” fiction or fact? Check out below on how we have feelings of love when we are with our special person💕#valentinesday #love

This Valentine’s Day, is it the love bug going around or just brain chemistry? 🧠Is the phrase “love on the brain” fiction or fact? Check out below on how we have feelings of love when we are with our special person💕#valentinesday #love

This Valentine’s Day, is it the love bug going around or just brain chemistry? 🧠Is the phrase “love on the brain” fiction or fact? Check out below on how we have feelings of love when we are with our special person💕#valentinesday #love

Whether you are a Chiefs or Eagles fan, millions of people will tune into the Super Bowl tonight. 🏈 🏆 But what happens to the brain of your favorite players when they go head to head with the competition? *no pun intended* Post designed by Stacy Pitcairn Who are you rooting for during the Super Bowl? 🏟️

Whether you are a Chiefs or Eagles fan, millions of people will tune into the Super Bowl tonight. 🏈 🏆 But what happens to the brain of your favorite players when they go head to head with the competition? *no pun intended* Post designed by Stacy Pitcairn Who are you rooting for during the Super Bowl? 🏟️

Whether you are a Chiefs or Eagles fan, millions of people will tune into the Super Bowl tonight. 🏈 🏆 But what happens to the brain of your favorite players when they go head to head with the competition? *no pun intended* Post designed by Stacy Pitcairn Who are you rooting for during the Super Bowl? 🏟️

Whether you are a Chiefs or Eagles fan, millions of people will tune into the Super Bowl tonight. 🏈 🏆 But what happens to the brain of your favorite players when they go head to head with the competition? *no pun intended* Post designed by Stacy Pitcairn Who are you rooting for during the Super Bowl? 🏟️

We are celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting the incredible contributions of women in neuroscience! From pioneering research to groundbreaking discoveries, these women are shaping the future of brain science and inspiring the next generation. 🧠👩🔬#womenshistorymonth #neuroscience #womeninscience

We are celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting the incredible contributions of women in neuroscience! From pioneering research to groundbreaking discoveries, these women are shaping the future of brain science and inspiring the next generation. 🧠👩🔬#womenshistorymonth #neuroscience #womeninscience

Rule #1 to beating the extreme summer heat? Drink WATER!💦 Sorry sis, it’s time you listen to your brain and put down that second iced coffee of the day for a chill glass of H20. But how exactly does our brain tell us to drink more water and when we should stop? Stay hydrated my friends. #thirsty

Rule #1 to beating the extreme summer heat? Drink WATER!💦 Sorry sis, it’s time you listen to your brain and put down that second iced coffee of the day for a chill glass of H20. But how exactly does our brain tell us to drink more water and when we should stop? Stay hydrated my friends. #thirsty

Rule #1 to beating the extreme summer heat? Drink WATER!💦 Sorry sis, it’s time you listen to your brain and put down that second iced coffee of the day for a chill glass of H20. But how exactly does our brain tell us to drink more water and when we should stop? Stay hydrated my friends. #thirsty

Rule #1 to beating the extreme summer heat? Drink WATER!💦 Sorry sis, it’s time you listen to your brain and put down that second iced coffee of the day for a chill glass of H20. But how exactly does our brain tell us to drink more water and when we should stop? Stay hydrated my friends. #thirsty

Trying to enjoy your BRAT summer but the scorching heat keeping you down? You know what is BRAT? 💚💚Thermoregulation. How does our brain sense and respond to the summer heat while we keep *bumpinthat* 365 days a year? Girl, it’s not so confusing, take a GUESS! #bratsummer

Trying to enjoy your BRAT summer but the scorching heat keeping you down? You know what is BRAT? 💚💚Thermoregulation. How does our brain sense and respond to the summer heat while we keep *bumpinthat* 365 days a year? Girl, it’s not so confusing, take a GUESS! #bratsummer

Trying to enjoy your BRAT summer but the scorching heat keeping you down? You know what is BRAT? 💚💚Thermoregulation. How does our brain sense and respond to the summer heat while we keep *bumpinthat* 365 days a year? Girl, it’s not so confusing, take a GUESS! #bratsummer

Trying to enjoy your BRAT summer but the scorching heat keeping you down? You know what is BRAT? 💚💚Thermoregulation. How does our brain sense and respond to the summer heat while we keep *bumpinthat* 365 days a year? Girl, it’s not so confusing, take a GUESS! #bratsummer

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and we are celebrating Latino representation in neuroscience research! 🧠Join us as we spotlight Hispanic neuroscientists and their monumental accomplishments. #hispanicheritagemonth

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and we are celebrating Latino representation in neuroscience research! 🧠Join us as we spotlight Hispanic neuroscientists and their monumental accomplishments. #hispanicheritagemonth

It’s International Self-Care Day, and what better way to treat yo self than to do some meditation! 🧘🧘♀️While meditating is therapeutic towards the body, it also has many positive benefits towards brain health! 🧠 Want to learn more? Check it out above ⬆️ #selfcare #meditation #internationalselfcareday

It’s International Self-Care Day, and what better way to treat yo self than to do some meditation! 🧘🧘♀️While meditating is therapeutic towards the body, it also has many positive benefits towards brain health! 🧠 Want to learn more? Check it out above ⬆️ #selfcare #meditation #internationalselfcareday

It’s International Self-Care Day, and what better way to treat yo self than to do some meditation! 🧘🧘♀️While meditating is therapeutic towards the body, it also has many positive benefits towards brain health! 🧠 Want to learn more? Check it out above ⬆️ #selfcare #meditation #internationalselfcareday

It’s International Self-Care Day, and what better way to treat yo self than to do some meditation! 🧘🧘♀️While meditating is therapeutic towards the body, it also has many positive benefits towards brain health! 🧠 Want to learn more? Check it out above ⬆️ #selfcare #meditation #internationalselfcareday

In recognition of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month this June, let’s dive into what it looks like inside the brain of someone with #Alzheimers and what are some early symptoms to watch out for. 💜🧠💜🧠 @alzassociation #ENDALZ

In recognition of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month this June, let’s dive into what it looks like inside the brain of someone with #Alzheimers and what are some early symptoms to watch out for. 💜🧠💜🧠 @alzassociation #ENDALZ

It’s Pride Month and we are celebrating LGBTQIA2S+ representation in neuroscience research! 🧠🌈 Join us as we spotlight queer neuroscientists and their monumental accomplishments. #pride #queerinSTEM

It’s Pride Month and we are celebrating LGBTQIA2S+ representation in neuroscience research! 🧠🌈 Join us as we spotlight queer neuroscientists and their monumental accomplishments. #pride #queerinSTEM

BRAIN BASICS 🧠 - The Language Centers How do we communicate and understand speech? Two areas on the left side of your brain help to coordinate these interactions - Broca’s and Wernicke’s areas. Broca’s area, located closer to the front of the brain is responsible for allowing humans to produce words and phrases while speaking. 🗣️🗣️ Wernicke’s area, located on the side, allows humans to comprehend what a person is saying during conversation. 🧏♂️🧏♂️

BRAIN BASICS 🧠 - The Language Centers How do we communicate and understand speech? Two areas on the left side of your brain help to coordinate these interactions - Broca’s and Wernicke’s areas. Broca’s area, located closer to the front of the brain is responsible for allowing humans to produce words and phrases while speaking. 🗣️🗣️ Wernicke’s area, located on the side, allows humans to comprehend what a person is saying during conversation. 🧏♂️🧏♂️

BRAIN BASICS 🧠 - The Language Centers How do we communicate and understand speech? Two areas on the left side of your brain help to coordinate these interactions - Broca’s and Wernicke’s areas. Broca’s area, located closer to the front of the brain is responsible for allowing humans to produce words and phrases while speaking. 🗣️🗣️ Wernicke’s area, located on the side, allows humans to comprehend what a person is saying during conversation. 🧏♂️🧏♂️

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a brain disorder marked by extreme muscle weakness in patients. Because May is ALS Awareness Month, it’s important to understand what causes this disorder, but also, how it affects the brain! For more info on ALS, check out @als! 🧠 #lougherigsdisease #als #amyotrophiclateralsclerosis

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a brain disorder marked by extreme muscle weakness in patients. Because May is ALS Awareness Month, it’s important to understand what causes this disorder, but also, how it affects the brain! For more info on ALS, check out @als! 🧠 #lougherigsdisease #als #amyotrophiclateralsclerosis

What makes up the tiny cells in your brain known as neurons? 🧠 Dendrites “receive” info from neighboring neurons, the soma “integrates ” that info, and the axon “sends” its message to the next neuron! #fluorescencefriday

What makes up the tiny cells in your brain known as neurons? 🧠 Dendrites “receive” info from neighboring neurons, the soma “integrates” that info, and the axon “sends” its message to the next neuron! #fluorescencefriday

Is it the luck of the Irish, or just your brain? 🍀 #stpatricksday #lucky

Is it the luck of the Irish, or just your brain? 🍀 #stpatricksday #lucky

Is it the luck of the Irish, or just your brain? 🍀 #stpatricksday #lucky

Is it the luck of the Irish, or just your brain? 🍀 #stpatricksday #lucky

🔵Today is World Down Syndrome Day!🟡 Affecting 1 in every 700 babies born, Down syndrome still remains one of the most common chromosomal disorders in children. What do neuroscientists know about this disorder & how does it affect the brain? #WorldDownSyndromeDay

🔵Today is World Down Syndrome Day!🟡 Affecting 1 in every 700 babies born, Down syndrome still remains one of the most common chromosomal disorders in children. What do neuroscientists know about this disorder & how does it affect the brain? #WorldDownSyndromeDay

🔵Today is World Down Syndrome Day!🟡 Affecting 1 in every 700 babies born, Down syndrome still remains one of the most common chromosomal disorders in children. What do neuroscientists know about this disorder & how does it affect the brain? #WorldDownSyndromeDay

🔵Today is World Down Syndrome Day!🟡 Affecting 1 in every 700 babies born, Down syndrome still remains one of the most common chromosomal disorders in children. What do neuroscientists know about this disorder & how does it affect the brain? #WorldDownSyndromeDay

🟣🟣March 26th is Purple Day to celebrate epilepsy awareness!🟣🟣 As one of the most common neurological disorders, epilepsy affects nearly 50 million people worldwide. What exactly is the reason why people with epilepsy suffer from seizures & what are some risk factors? #PurpleDay @epilepsyfdn @epilepsysociety

🟣🟣March 26th is Purple Day to celebrate epilepsy awareness!🟣🟣 As one of the most common neurological disorders, epilepsy affects nearly 50 million people worldwide. What exactly is the reason why people with epilepsy suffer from seizures & what are some risk factors? #PurpleDay @epilepsyfdn @epilepsysociety

🟣🟣March 26th is Purple Day to celebrate epilepsy awareness!🟣🟣 As one of the most common neurological disorders, epilepsy affects nearly 50 million people worldwide. What exactly is the reason why people with epilepsy suffer from seizures & what are some risk factors? #PurpleDay @epilepsyfdn @epilepsysociety

🟣🟣March 26th is Purple Day to celebrate epilepsy awareness!🟣🟣 As one of the most common neurological disorders, epilepsy affects nearly 50 million people worldwide. What exactly is the reason why people with epilepsy suffer from seizures & what are some risk factors? #PurpleDay @epilepsyfdn @epilepsysociety

Is your virus 🦠VIRUS-ING??🦠 Research scientists can use viruses in the laboratory to deliver engineered genes to alter the genetic expression within mouse, rat, or even human brain cells. The change in genetic makeup within these host cells can allow neuroscientists to study the importance of a particular part of the brain or a wide number of neurological diseases! Above are brain cells with altered genetic makeup (Green 🟢) vs those without any changes (Blue 🔵). #fluorescencefriday #viraltr

Is your virus 🦠VIRUS-ING??🦠 Research scientists can use viruses in the laboratory to deliver engineered genes to alter the genetic expression within mouse, rat, or even human brain cells. The change in genetic makeup within these host cells can allow neuroscientists to study the importance of a particular part of the brain or a wide number of neurological diseases! Above are brain cells with altered genetic makeup (Green 🟢) vs those without any changes (Blue 🔵). #fluorescencefriday #viraltr

So two neuroscientists walk into a bar….. While today is full of laughs & pranks, let’s not forgot why you think the jokester of your friend group is actually the funniest. How does your brain know what’s funny & what makes some people more hilarious than others? #aprilfoolsday 🤣 🃏🤡 What’s the funniest pun you have heard recently??

So two neuroscientists walk into a bar….. While today is full of laughs & pranks, let’s not forgot why you think the jokester of your friend group is actually the funniest. How does your brain know what’s funny & what makes some people more hilarious than others? #aprilfoolsday 🤣 🃏🤡 What’s the funniest pun you have heard recently??

So two neuroscientists walk into a bar….. While today is full of laughs & pranks, let’s not forgot why you think the jokester of your friend group is actually the funniest. How does your brain know what’s funny & what makes some people more hilarious than others? #aprilfoolsday 🤣 🃏🤡 What’s the funniest pun you have heard recently??

So two neuroscientists walk into a bar….. While today is full of laughs & pranks, let’s not forgot why you think the jokester of your friend group is actually the funniest. How does your brain know what’s funny & what makes some people more hilarious than others? #aprilfoolsday 🤣 🃏🤡 What’s the funniest pun you have heard recently??

BRAIN BASICS: Neuroanatomy 🧠 The Cerebellum While it’s been called the “little brain” in the past, the cerebellum plays an important role in how we walk, move, and run. Located in the very back of your head (shown in red 🔴), this brain region controls fine muscle movements, balance, and coordination. Ever see a gymnast or a figure skater nail their routine? It’s because the cerebellum makes sure they stay balanced & land on their feet. 🤸🤸♀️ Interestingly, case studies show that some peopl

BRAIN BASICS: Neuroanatomy 🧠 The Cerebellum While it’s been called the “little brain” in the past, the cerebellum plays an important role in how we walk, move, and run. Located in the very back of your head (shown in red 🔴), this brain region controls fine muscle movements, balance, and coordination. Ever see a gymnast or a figure skater nail their routine? It’s because the cerebellum makes sure they stay balanced & land on their feet. 🤸🤸♀️ Interestingly, case studies show that some peopl

BRAIN BASICS: Neuroanatomy 🧠 The Cerebellum While it’s been called the “little brain” in the past, the cerebellum plays an important role in how we walk, move, and run. Located in the very back of your head (shown in red 🔴), this brain region controls fine muscle movements, balance, and coordination. Ever see a gymnast or a figure skater nail their routine? It’s because the cerebellum makes sure they stay balanced & land on their feet. 🤸🤸♀️ Interestingly, case studies show that some peopl

BRAIN BASICS: Neurotransmitters 🔬 Dopamine What causes that incredible feeling when you hit the jackpot at the casino or score a 100 on your calculus exam? That’s dopamine! This neurotransmitter is responsible for regulating feelings such as reward, pleasure, and motivation.

BRAIN BASICS: Neurotransmitters 🔬 Dopamine What causes that incredible feeling when you hit the jackpot at the casino or score a 100 on your calculus exam? That’s dopamine! This neurotransmitter is responsible for regulating feelings such as reward, pleasure, and motivation.

BRAIN BASICS: Neurotransmitters 🔬 Dopamine What causes that incredible feeling when you hit the jackpot at the casino or score a 100 on your calculus exam? That’s dopamine! This neurotransmitter is responsible for regulating feelings such as reward, pleasure, and motivation.

Does having a bigger brain make you smarter than everyone else? Is it myth or fact? 🧠 The answer is that it’s complicated. Brain size alone does not determine a person’s intelligence, rather a complex combination between size, genetics, brain organization, and environmental factors. #brainmyths #intelligence

Does having a bigger brain make you smarter than everyone else? Is it myth or fact? 🧠 The answer is that it’s complicated. Brain size alone does not determine a person’s intelligence, rather a complex combination between size, genetics, brain organization, and environmental factors. #brainmyths #intelligence

Does having a bigger brain make you smarter than everyone else? Is it myth or fact? 🧠 The answer is that it’s complicated. Brain size alone does not determine a person’s intelligence, rather a complex combination between size, genetics, brain organization, and environmental factors. #brainmyths #intelligence

Does having a bigger brain make you smarter than everyone else? Is it myth or fact? 🧠 The answer is that it’s complicated. Brain size alone does not determine a person’s intelligence, rather a complex combination between size, genetics, brain organization, and environmental factors. #brainmyths #intelligence

April 11th is World Parkinson’s Day to show our awareness of this disorder! With about 90,000 patients diagnosed per year, Parkinson’s disease is a prominent brain disorder characterized by tremors, muscle rigidity, and stiff posture. 🧠

April 11th is World Parkinson’s Day to show our awareness of this disorder! With about 90,000 patients diagnosed per year, Parkinson’s disease is a prominent brain disorder characterized by tremors, muscle rigidity, and stiff posture. 🧠

In celebration of Earth Day 🌲🌊🌿, it’s important to remember that while we need to take care of our environment, our environment can also take care of us. What is it about getting some fresh air or going in a scenic walk that makes us feel calmer? Is Mother Nature doing something to our brain that makes us feel less stressed and anxious? 🌎🌍🌏 The answer lies within a small region of the brain that encodes feelings such as anxiety, anger, and fear - the amygdala! #earthday2024 #nature @natge

In celebration of Earth Day 🌲🌊🌿, it’s important to remember that while we need to take care of our environment, our environment can also take care of us. What is it about getting some fresh air or going in a scenic walk that makes us feel calmer? Is Mother Nature doing something to our brain that makes us feel less stressed and anxious? 🌎🌍🌏 The answer lies within a small region of the brain that encodes feelings such as anxiety, anger, and fear - the amygdala! #earthday2024 #nature @natge

In celebration of Earth Day 🌲🌊🌿, it’s important to remember that while we need to take care of our environment, our environment can also take care of us. What is it about getting some fresh air or going in a scenic walk that makes us feel calmer? Is Mother Nature doing something to our brain that makes us feel less stressed and anxious? 🌎🌍🌏 The answer lies within a small region of the brain that encodes feelings such as anxiety, anger, and fear - the amygdala! #earthday2024 #nature @natge