Brain Health
What is Brain Health?
Good brain health is a state in which every individual can realize their own abilities and optimize their cognitive, emotional, psychological and behavioural functioning to cope with life situations.
World Health Organization
Why is Brain Health Important?
There is now robust evidence to show that a combination of lifestyle factors and cognitive training can improve:
🧠Enhanced communication
🧠Emotional agility
🧠Psychological flexibility
🧠Advanced Innovation
🧠Insightful Leadership
🧠Quality Sleep
🧠Improved Relationships
🧠Better Memory
🧠Cognitive Reserve
🧠Healthier Habits
🧠Mental Health and Wellbeing
The Brain Capital Model
Brain capital encompasses three main categories:
- Brain Health
- Brain Economy
- Brain Skills
The brain capital model demonstrates a strategy that could result in happier and more productive members of society. A key discussion is currently being had by experts in both brain health and industry, to determine the best way of influencing policy in regards to brain capital. The overarching goal is to take brain capital into account in all levels of decision-making to make a more productive and effective society.
