Amutha Meyyappan

New ways to live, learn, love, work and be through the Neuroscience of Play  Embrace the profound benefits of play for sustained happiness, productivity, and self-actualization. Our brains, intricately wired to absorb information through the senses, thrive on the development of complex neural networks that enhance learning and processing speed. Sadly, the neglect of hands-on activities has impaired optimal brain development, hindering learning, growth, and emotional balance. Groundbreaking insights from neuroscience underscore the deep connection between well-being and the integration of play into our lives.   Navigate the evolving normal by finding balance and fulfillment in daily living, work, education, relationships, and overall existence through the simple act of play. Neuroscience provides valuable guidance to reshape our approach to happiness and success in today’s dynamic world.   Diversity and inclusion from a Neuroscience perspective  Harnessing social neuroscience is vital for advancing workplace inclusion and combating gender discrimination. Research underscores how biases linked to gender stereotypes, shaped by societal attitudes, affect decision-making. Neuroimaging, as evidenced by fMRI studies, reveals neural mechanisms in biased decisions based on gender expectations. Acknowledging these neural signatures enables targeted interventions, fostering workplace inclusivity. In addition, neuroplasticity suggests that interventions can induce lasting changes in regulating biased behaviors.   Diversity training should raise awareness of biases, emphasizing their neurological basis for more mindful decision-making. A stronger commitment to equity using social neuroscience is urged for collective empowerment and achieving gender parity in the workplace.