A neuroscientist has revealed the three common habits which could be having a negative impact on your brain – and we're all probably guilty of at least one of them Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An expert has revealed three common habits which could be causing damage to your brain.
Neuroscientist Em On The Brain says our brains are very susceptible to the world around us. Whether it's the food we eat, the shows we watch or the information we consume everything has an impact – and there are probably some ways we could be taking better care of our noggins. Em has now recommended some things we should all stop doing to avoid problems.
"Number one is go on my phone when I wake up in the morning," she told TikTok fans. "The content that you consume during this time will have a greater impact on your mindset and messes up our dopamine for the rest of the day so that we continue to check our phones." Rosey Davidson, a sleep consultant at Just Chill Baby Sleep , agreed.
"When we wake up, our brain transitions from the deeper sleep brain waves (like delta and theta waves) through alpha waves and finally to beta waves," she said. "This transition makes us more relaxed and suggestible, which is why consuming phone content immediately upon waking can strongly influence our mood and mindset for the day." Davidson recommended keeping your phone away from your bed, even in ano.
