Understanding The Brain Analysis

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We as a society are currently living in a very exciting time in regards to understanding the complexities of our own human brain. The brain, which is the most complex organ in the human body in still very much a mystery to the world’s best medical and scientific professionals. The documentary states, that we have learned more about the brain in the last five years than we have in the last 5000. With each breakthrough of understanding we’re left with more questions than answers. With increased understanding of the functions of the brain unlocks limitless possibilities to enhancing the lives of each individual in the human species.
The functions of different areas of the brain greatly affect our actions, dispositions, ability to function in all areas of life. Understanding how each area works in relation to one another can help all of society. The documentary showed examples of US Navy seals implementing a mental toughness program to increase the probability of success of recruits in situations of panic. The documentary described how sex, and thrill seeking behaviors impact the release of dopamine in the brain. Abnormalities or physical differences in the brain affect psychopaths, savants, and even athletes. As the hippocampus is the key to accessing memory science and
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After watching the YouTube videos, I have changed some of my thinking and I am asking myself many questions. How do I as educator to improve the likelihood of success for my students? How can help ensure that students stay in a physical and mental safe place where they’re capable of learning? I kept thinking how my important it must be to consider the stimuli of a classroom and its effects on a student who has difficulty with sensory processing issues. Will I recognize the physical symptoms of a student who is losing

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