Can We Improve Our Brain? Neuroplasticity & Integrative Health | CECILIA FERNANDES | TEDxGreensboro

NOTE FROM TED: While some viewers may find this talk helpful as a complementary approach, please do not look to this talk for medical advice. This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of the brain, spiritual practices, and overall health. Several claims in this talk lack legitimate scientific support. We've flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/t... Neuroplasticity, the brain’s rewiring power, can be fully unlocked through an inclusive integrative health model compared to conventional medical treatment. Board Certified Clinical Neurologist and Researcher, Dr. Fernandes graduated from Duke University and is currently working at Levine Children’s Hospital. Additionally, she serves as an Assistant Professor at Wake Forest University and is soon to graduate from The Academy Scholars Pediatric Integrative Medicine Program. Inspired by her spiritual guide, Maitreya Dadashreeji, she is the director of a US-based nonprofit organization that conducts meditations and holistic transformation workshops. She empowers aspiring medical students and mentors youth, towards holistic growth and well-being. “Together, realizing our fullest potential brings authentic well-being and lasting peace!” This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx