Zac Hyde M.D.

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Why Do We Have So Many Languages?

Language has existed since the beginning of time. It’s a means of communication, a link between meaning and expression, an arbitrary system of creative vocal symbols used among human beings. You’re about to start wondering why I said vocal when we have written language too, right? Well, as you might …

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Everything You Need to Know About Music Therapy

“It’s not our natural tendency to thrust ourselves into a crowd of 20,000 people, but for a Muse concert or a Radiohead concert we’ll do it,” Levitin says. “There’s this unifying force that comes from the music, and we don’t get that from other things.” With that being said, put …

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Why Do People Blush?

Why do people blush? A question that seems to have a fairly straight forward answer. Most people blush during situations that induce feelings of embarrassment or shame. I mean, think of yourself getting up stage to receive your diploma or to give your graduation speech, and while you’re climbing the …

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The Circadian Rhythm, Sleep, Shift Work, and Jet lag

The earth has turned on its axis once a day long before intelligent life existed. As a result, life evolved in a rhythmic or cyclical world and adapted to the geophysical cycle created by the earth’s rotation. Rest-activity cycles are ubiquitous throughout the animal kingdom and they’re controlled by the …

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Extrasensory Perception (ESP) Definition, Examples, and Reality

Extrasensory perception definition Extrasensory perception or ESP is defined as the ability to receive information from another person without using the conventional physical senses, but rather through mind reading and information implanting. It is also referred to as the sixth sense. So, you’re here to learn about extrasensory perception. Maybe …

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What Is The Best Learning Style for You?

Did you ever question yourself as to, who am I as a learner? And what learning style is best suited for me? If you did, then you’re in the right place. Learning is seen as a continuous cycle in which a person has a learning experience, reviews it, concludes from …

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Narcolepsy: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Narcolepsy is a lifelong currently incurable neurological disorder, it is characterized by diurnal somnolence (excessive daytime sleepiness), disrupted night sleep, bizarre hallucinations, and cataplexy. Narcolepsy is not life-threatening. In fact, many people go on with their lives without even realizing they have it. However, it can be damaging to social …

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Synesthesia: Prevalence, Causes, and Types

What is synesthesia? Definition: Syn=united, combined. Esthesia= capacity of sensation, sensibility. Synesthesia is a medical condition characterized by a ‘blending’ of the senses. For instance, the visual perception of a certain letter might be associated with a color, or holding a particular object might trigger a smelling sensation. Synesthesia used …

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