Each exercise uses a specific mental ability you have and activates an important part of your brain. There are no “right or wrong” answers. Maintain and enhance your cognitive abilities based on neuroscience principles. Each exercise takes 5 minutes or less. Write down your answers or just keep them in mind. Enjoy.

Question:  When you’re injured or have a headache, what is the best way to cope with the pain? What are your feelings about taking medications for pain? Are you concerned you will become dependent on pain medication?

EI Mental Abilities: Perceive, appraise and regulate emotions.

Brain Map: Anterior Cingulate and Parieto-Insular Cortex.

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