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Learn About The Brain Christine Ghilain, Ph.D., ABPP-CN

I am a double board-certified clinical neuropsychologist bringing you all things brain health and lifestyle wellness!

When we think of the hippocampus, we often think memory machine. But this tiny, seahorse-shaped structure does more than...
11/01/2025

When we think of the hippocampus, we often think memory machine. But this tiny, seahorse-shaped structure does more than just help you form new memories 🧠✨
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It also helps you navigate your environment (like remembering where you parked your car) and plays a role in emotional regulation through its deep connections with the amygdala and prefrontal cortex.
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So, the hippocampus isn’t just your memory center — it’s also part of the reason you can find your way home and process how you feel along the journey!
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Neuropsychologists aren’t always included on geriatric consult teams—but they should be! Their expertise in understandin...
10/29/2025

Neuropsychologists aren’t always included on geriatric consult teams—but they should be! Their expertise in understanding cognition, teasing apart contributing factors, and supporting safety can make a real difference for older adults and their families.
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Swipe through to learn why adding neuropsychologists to the team means better care, stronger collaboration, and improved quality of life for patients 🧠🌿
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Brains in action = students engaged! 🧠✨⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Teachers who invest in understanding how learning happens in the brain c...
10/27/2025

Brains in action = students engaged! 🧠✨
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Teachers who invest in understanding how learning happens in the brain can create classrooms where students are more attentive, motivated, and confident. Using neuroscience principles isn’t just theory — it changes outcomes!
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Some concussion symptoms stick around longer than expected. But why? 🤔⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Post-concussive syndrome (PCS) can affect...
10/24/2025

Some concussion symptoms stick around longer than expected. But why? 🤔
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Post-concussive syndrome (PCS) can affect your brain and body in ways you might not see. When symptoms linger, it’s often because other factors get in the way of recovery. Understanding that difference can make a big impact.
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Swipe through to learn why symptoms linger, who’s at risk, and what helps the brain recover 🧠💡
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The brain works best when its two halves stay connected. That connection happens through the corpus callosum, a massive ...
10/22/2025

The brain works best when its two halves stay connected. That connection happens through the corpus callosum, a massive bundle of nerve fibers that acts like a bridge, making sure both hemispheres share information smoothly 🧠
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From catching a ball to solving a problem, the corpus callosum is quietly at work every day!
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10/20/2025

Babbling isn’t just baby talk—it’s brain training! 🧠👶
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Every ‘goo-goo’ and ‘gaa-gaa’ helps babies practice sounds, learn conversation, and get ready for their first words.
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There’s no shortage of engaging activities to keep the brain sharp this fall 🍂⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀From walks in nature to cozy crea...
10/17/2025

There’s no shortage of engaging activities to keep the brain sharp this fall 🍂
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From walks in nature to cozy creative projects, the season is full of ways to support memory, focus, and emotional well-being.
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What are some of your favorite fall activities? Let me know down below!
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Our attention is one of the most valuable resources we have. But in today’s world, it’s constantly being pulled in diffe...
10/15/2025

Our attention is one of the most valuable resources we have. But in today’s world, it’s constantly being pulled in different directions.
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Understanding the “attention economy” helps us notice not just what we pay attention to, but also how it shapes our relationships, our learning, and our well-being! 🌿
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The brain is constantly flooded with information—but how does it decide what matters most?⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀Meet the Salience Net...
10/13/2025

The brain is constantly flooded with information—but how does it decide what matters most?
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Meet the Salience Network! This system helps us detect important signals, shift attention, and respond effectively to the world around us 🧠
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👉 Swipe to learn more about how your brain filters for what’s most important.

10/10/2025

Being a new mom and a neuropsychologist means I can’t help but notice the little milestones and brain–behavior connections unfolding every day.
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This is what I’ve been observing so far, and it’s truly delightful to see! 🩵
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Cognitive impairment from a stroke can look different for each person, and it all depends on where in the brain the stro...
10/08/2025

Cognitive impairment from a stroke can look different for each person, and it all depends on where in the brain the stroke occurs. Some may experience difficulties with memory, language, or attention, while others may notice changes in problem-solving or movement.
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A thorough evaluation is important, as it helps identify each person’s unique needs and guides the best path toward treatment and recovery!
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Have you ever thought about giving your brain a break from constant scrolling? 🌿A digital detox (even just a short one) ...
10/06/2025

Have you ever thought about giving your brain a break from constant scrolling? 🌿

A digital detox (even just a short one) can improve focus, reduce stress, and help you feel more present in daily life.

👉 Swipe through to learn why unplugging matters and simple ways to try it out.

What’s one digital detox habit you’d like to start?


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