Improve Working Memory in Adolescents with Mindful Movement By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Mindfulness meditation causes structural changes in the brain. It actually alters connections between brain cells. That is how adults end up with an enlarged cortex. And that may explain why meditation improved memory in the teens.” – Alison Pearce […]
Improve the Physical and Mental Health of Patients with COPD with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The gentle movements of Sun-style tai chi (SSTC) can improve the lives and boost the exercise endurance of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.” – Matt McMillen Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases (COPD) are progressive lung diseases that obstruct […]
Alter the Brain and Memory Consolidation During Sleep with Meditation By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “meditation. The deep relaxation technique has been shown to increase sleep time, improve sleep quality, and make it easier to fall (and stay) asleep.” – Sleep Foundation We spend about a third of our lives in […]
Improve Health and Cognitive Ability in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “Tai chi is a gentle exercise that helps seniors improve balance and prevent falls. Studies have found that tai chi also improves leg strength, cardiovascular endurance, flexibility, immune system, sleep, happiness, sense of self-worth, and the ability to concentrate […]
Improve Brain Function and Mild Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “in individuals age 60 or older with mild cognitive impairment . . . engaging in tai chi (a series of gentle, slow movements accompanied by deep breathing) reduces the risk of falling. What’s more, […]
Improve Gulf War Illness in Veterans with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “A prominent condition affecting Gulf War Veterans is a cluster of medically unexplained chronic symptoms that can include fatigue, headaches, joint pain, indigestion, insomnia, dizziness, respiratory disorders, and memory problems.” – US Department of Veterans Affairs Engaging […]
Improve Quality of Life and Reduce Falls in Dementia Patients with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related conditions is exploding in the United States. But while scientists struggle to find a new medical treatment, tai chi, the ancient Chinese martial […]
Improve the Physical Fitness of Children and Adolescents with Intellectual Disorders with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “giving a child beginner skills can be life changing. Qi Gong has the power to bring one physical ease, mental clarity, emotional stability and spiritual awareness. That is worthwhile at any age.” – […]
Improve Depression by Modulating the Autonomic Nervous System in the Elderly with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The ancient Chinese practice of tai chi appears to relieve symptoms of depression in older people.” – Tara Parker-Pope Human life is one of constant change. We revel in our increases in […]
Improve Cognitive Function in Early Dementia Patients with Tai Chi By John M. de Castro, Ph.D. “The number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related conditions is exploding in the United States. But while scientists struggle to find a new medical treatment, tai chi, the ancient Chinese martial art, has emerged […]