2023-12-28 20:00:00
Learn regarding brain diseases that negatively affect the brain and lifestyle habits to maintain brain health. /Shutterstock
The brain regulates the parts of the body directly related to our lives, is responsible for thoughts, emotions, behavior, and sensory functions, and maintains the environment necessary for survival. It is the most important and representative organ in our body.
The importance of brain health continues to grow as the average life expectancy and social life period increase significantly, but the number of patients with brain diseases continues to increase.
Since the brain does not show any symptoms until it is severely damaged and is difficult to see with the naked eye, many people seem to be overlooking the importance and health of the brain. Find out how brain diseases affect the brain and body and what lifestyle habits can help maintain a healthy brain.
◇ Diseases that negatively affect the brain
▲PTSD
When experiencing a traumatic event, most people recover naturally through the action of hormones, but some suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. PTSD causes excessive activation of the amygdala, a part of the brain that regulates emotions, and a decrease in the hippocampus, which forms memories.
▲Depression
Depression is called ‘the cold of the mind.’ Anyone can take it for a short period of time. However, if left untreated, it can develop into more serious neuropsychiatric disorders such as insomnia, anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. People who suffered from long-term depression had regarding 30% more brain inflammation. This can lead to brain cell loss, which can increase the risk of memory problems and dementia.
▲Stroke
Strokes, which occur when blood flow to a part of the brain stops, cause permanent brain damage and can lead to death and disability.
▲Concussion
Concussions occur due to a variety of accidents in which the brain is impacted, during which the brain slips and hits the inside of the skull. This can cause bruising to the brain and tearing of nerve tissue.
▲Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease, a disease caused by abnormalities in the brain that leads to gradual deterioration of memory, disrupts the communication of brain cells (neurons) that “talk” to each other through signals and send messages to the rest of the body.
◇Lifestyle habits for a healthy brain
Meditation can positively change the brain by relieving stress and improving mental health. /Shutterstock
▲Meditation
Meditation, a type of mind-body practice, can positively change the brain by relieving stress and improving mental health. Consistent meditation increases gray matter in the part of the brain that regulates emotions and learning and strengthens connections between brain cells.
▲Exercise
Moving blood supplies the brain with oxygen and nutrients. It also stimulates the release of proteins that keep brain cells healthy and help the growth of new brain cells.[End_mark]
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