The Mind Explained – Memory

Exploring the way the brain stores, processes and retrieves memories — and why certain ones sometimes prove to be unreliable.

The Mind Explained looks at how memory works and examines the way in which the brain stores, processes, and retrains memories.

It also looks at the ways in which memory can fail and discusses how memories can warp over time.

It talks to neuroscientists and a memory champion who explains her techniques.

Questions About Memory That Are Discussed

What smartphone photography is doing to our memories?
We’re underestimating the mind-warping potential of fake video?
Stop blaming teens’ mental health issues on “screen time”?

The Mind Explained on Netflix in 5 Episodes – Dreams

Dreams
When the lights go out, interesting things happen in the body and brain; the significance of dreams, and what they can teach people.

Questions About Dreams That Are Discussed

What is melatonin and can it help me sleep?
How much sleep do you really need?
A sleep scientist explains 9 fascinating facts about the science of sleep?

The Mind Explained – Anxiety

The Mind Explained looks at anxiety and explores who it is so common.

It talks to neuroscientists who explain the physiological and evolutionary basis of anxiety.

Although it can help animals escape predators, anxiety can cause serious problems for human beings.

It talks to sufferers of anxiety and examines the different types of anxiety people can feel.

It also looks at how social media can cause anxiety.

Questions About Anxiety That Are Discussed

Fidget spinners, weighted blankets, and the rise of anxiety consumerism.
A psychologist explains how to overcome social anxiety.
Why kids are consumed with anxiety.
Ways of treating depression and anxiety.
CBD is everywhere. Can it help relieve anxiety?
Adaptogens, the mysterious herbs that supposedly alleviate your stress, explained.

The Mind Explained on Netflix in 5 Episodes – Mindfulness

Mindfulness
Experts examine the growth of mindfulness, meditation, and yoga; discover the impact meditation can have on one’s mind and body.

The Mind Explained looks at the power of mindfulness and meditation.

It examines how different kinds on meditation (transcendental, dynamic, and religious) and notes that they are different from mindfulness meditation (satipatthana).

It talks to neuroscientists who discuss what happens in the brain during meditation.

Questions About Mindfulness That Are Discussed

Is mindfulness meditation good for kids? Here’s what the science actually says.
Meditation is thriving under Trump. A former monk explains why.
A Buddhist monk explains mindfulness for times of conflict.
Mindfulness meditation in America has a capitalism problem.
The growth of yoga and meditation in the US since 2012 is remarkable.

The Mind Explained – Psychedelics

Psychedelics
Experts examine the history of mind-altering substances and psychedelic drugs, and their effects on the brain; explain their therapeutic potential.

The Mind Explained looks at what happens to the brain when someone uses psychedelic drugs.

It looks at how psychedelic drugs may be useful in dealing with anxiety in cancer survivors and serious depression.

It explores the history of psychedelics and examines early medical experimentation with the drug.

It also discussed why psychedelics were banned and examines how they effect the brain.

Questions About Psychedelics That Are Discussed

The extraordinary therapeutic potential of psychedelic drugs, explained
How LSD and shrooms could help treat anxiety, addiction, and depression
The fascinating, strange medical potential of psychedelic drugs, explained in 50+ studies
The brutal mirror
Can very small doses of LSD make you a better worker? I decided to try it.
I tried ketamine to treat my depression. Within a day, I felt relief.
LSD and other psychedelics inspired some of Silicon Valley’s greatest inventions, says author Michael Pollan.