Executive Functions

View these opportunities for training and mentorship in small group settings with the STAR Institute faculty. Some opportunities include in-depth training with Dr. Lucy Jane Miller, Dr. Sarah [...]

Neurobites Quiz: What part of the brain is responsible for the formation of habits? a. the hippocampus b. the basal ganglia c. the amygdala d. all of the above Answer: b. The Basal Ganglia   [...]

For older adults, cognitive decline may seem inevitable. However, a study from the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology at the University of Illinois (UI) finds that higher [...]

Imagine a treatment for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) that, instead of medication or therapy, was a video game. It might seem far-fetched, but [...]

Sleep plays a critical role in academic children’s performance. A new study from McGill University and the Douglas Mental Health University Institute in Montreal finds that getting a good night’s [...]

Aerobic exercise, which includes activities like walking, dancing, or swimming, plays a big role in being healthy. A new study finds that aerobic exercise can also help your memory. Researchers [...]

Executive functions—a set of skills including the ability to focus attention, avoid distractions, and regulate impulses—are a critical part of academic achievement. Students who have stronger [...]

Experts agree that it is important to exercise, especially for older adults. But does the type of exercise make a difference? Research from the University of Montreal’s Institute of Geriatrics [...]