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No, but if you feel as though you have to do so, you may be suffering from a condition known as obsessive-compulsive disorder. Since this condition usually worsens over time if not treated, we strongly suggest that you speak with a specialist about it. (There are other problems of which it could be a symptom, as well.)

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Is tv good for the brain?

T.V is bad for the brain because it can lead to many cancers and does serious damage to a babys brain


How many years of drinking does it take to damage your brain?

The effects of alcohol on the brain vary by individual. However, heavy or prolonged drinking can lead to brain damage over time, including memory problems, cognitive impairment, and an increased risk of neurological disorders. Even short-term binge drinking can have immediate negative effects on brain function.


What effects will damage do to particular structures of the brain?

It completely depends on what structures they are, how much damage, and somewhat on what individual it is. Sometimes the brain can make up for damage by shifting things... for instance that are traditionally on the left side of the brain over to the right, or whatever... storing things in a different place. Other times, and with more extensive damage, some things are permanently lost. Brain damage is extremely dangerous, and often puts people into permanent coma or a vegetative state, depending on the severity. Here is some more information on brain damage: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brain_damage These are some interesting misconceptions about the brain (for instance that we only use 10% of our brains... :)This is not true, and probably why we can't wipe out 90% and be okay:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_brain#Popular_misconceptions


Do You Need Cognitive Therapy for Brain Damage?

Dealing with a person who has brain damage or living with this condition is not the easiest situation in life. While some aspects of this transition will never change, cognitive therapy is proving that their is hope. Aside from the challenges of caregivers, there are many areas of personal development a person with brain damage can expect to accomplish over the course of the first few years after the injury occurred. However, when cognitive therapy is underutilized, the aftermath can mean that healing and personal development after brain damage injury is not easy to accomplish.


Do all babies like rocking back and forth?

Not all babies enjoy rocking back and forth. Some infants may find the motion comforting and soothing, while others may not respond well to it and might prefer to be held or soothed in other ways. It's important to pay attention to each baby's individual preferences and cues.

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What is the difference between brain damage and brain injury?

The difference is that one can have a brain injury and not have brain damage. Essentially, brain damage is caused by injury or trauma to the brain. However, not every injury to the brain will cause brain damage.


What is the difference between brain injury and brain damage?

The difference is that one can have a brain injury and not have brain damage. Essentially, brain damage is caused by injury or trauma to the brain. However, not every injury to the brain will cause brain damage.


Which type of injury usually results in the most whip-lash related deaths?

A forceful forward-backward motion, as often happens in car crashes, causes the most "whip lash" injuries. Most of these can be treated, although symptoms may persist. However, in some situations of forward-backward force, death or severe brain injury can result. As one example, Shaken Baby Syndrome forcefully flips a child's head down to the chest, then backwards, injuring the brain stem.


Do kids have brain damage?

Kids and Brain DamageAnyone can have brain damage. even children. some can be unlucky.


What is a combre in ballet?

A combre is a term used in ballet. It is a backward extension from the lower back. In order to do it correctly, you pelvis must not move forward and your body has to remain square. Hope this helps! Source: My brain and dance knowledge.


What happans when you flatline do you get a brain damage?

when you flatline how long before you get brain damage.


When was Brain Damage - film - created?

Brain Damage - film - was created in 1988.


What is Congenital Brain Damage?

Congenital means that the baby was born with it. So if a baby has congenital brain damage, then it means that the baby was born with the brain damage.


When was Brain Damage - song - created?

Brain Damage - song - was created in 1919-06.


What is the duration of Brain Damage film?

The duration of Brain Damage - film - is 1.4 hours.


What movie and television projects has Marvin Lambert been in?

Marvin Lambert has: Played Brain Damage in "IWA Mid South: Point Proven" in 2007. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Choosing Sides" in 2007. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Cage of Death IX" in 2007. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Best of the Best 7" in 2007. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Night of Infamy 6" in 2007. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Tournament of Death 6" in 2007. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Restore the Order" in 2007. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Dishonorable Conduct" in 2007. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Winner Takes All" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "DVLH: Destruction in Door County Television Commercial" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Night of Infamy 7 - Greed" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Tournament of Death 7" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "IWA Mid South: 500th Show" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Cage of Death X" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Deja Vu 4" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: A Tangled Web" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "IWA Mid South: Double Death Tag Team Tournament 2008" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Down with the Sickness 4Ever" in 2008. Played Brain Damage in "Choose Death: The Necro Butcher Story Volume One" in 2009. Played Brain Damage- The Death Match Kings in "Chikara: 2009 King of Trios - Night 1" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Eye for an Eye" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Blood Pressure Rising" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Starting Point" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Total Havoc" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: TOD Rewind" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Open Book" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Tournament of Death 8" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "G4 Underground" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Decade of Destruction" in 2009. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Lines in the Sand" in 2010. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Night of Infamy 9" in 2010. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Tournament of Death 9" in 2010. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Cage of Death XII" in 2010. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: A Tangled Web III" in 2010. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: XI Anniversary - With Us or Against Us" in 2010. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Fist Fight" in 2010. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Dragon Night" in 2010. Played Brain Damage in "CZW: Walking on Pins and Needles" in 2010.


What has the author Moyra Williams written?

Moyra Williams has written: 'Practical Horse Psychology' 'Brain damage and the mind' -- subject(s): Brain damage, Chronic Brain Damage, Pathological Psychology, Psychopathology 'Brain damage, behaviour, and the mind' -- subject(s): Brain damage, Chronic Brain Damage, Cognition disorders, Mental Disorders, Pathological Psychology, Psychomotor disorders, Speech disorders