Teens of Bay Area

Did you know that…

1. While excess feelings of drowsiness, reduced retention, and decreased capacity to focus are hallmarks of sleep deprivation, that’s not the full picture — sleep deprivation (in one’s mid-life) may accelerate brain atrophy and neurodegeneration. This is also why studies have shown that excess sleep deprivation is also linked to the early onset of neurodegenerative diseases, specifically dementia. But that’s not the only lifestyle issue attributed to hippocampi atrophy — lack of exercise, too, can also lead to the shrinkage of your hippocampus. 
2. In impression formation or pattern recognition, it is known that just a seconds is enough for one individual to form an accurate judgement. This ability to form accurate judgements based on little to no information is known as “thin slicing,” a term first coined by psychologists Nalini Ambady and Robert Rosenthal. This means that even if you have a few seconds to form an impression of someone, the impression will likely reflect one that is made if you are given 30 whole seconds.
3. The iconic, bold red and yellow colors that make up the McDonald logo stands out to many of us as just another color palette for a business logo, but it is also a marketing gimmick. While the color red creates a sense of urgency, the color yellow induces a sense of friendliness and happiness. Together, they promote appetite. 
4. Oranges, like bananas, aren’t fruits that naturally appear in the wild. Oranges are a derivation of other citruses, specifically, a combination of citron, pomelo, and mandarin. They were formed through the process of selective cross breeding. 
5. Showers are known to increase dopamine, leading to enhanced creativity. Taking warm showers can help relax muscles and soothe tension, reducing physical and psychological stress. This relaxation response can positively influence mood and contribute to a feeling of calm.