How Can Neuroscience Inform Our Embodied Experiences of Wellbeing and Psychological Health
- ADHD
- Art and culture
- Bipolar
- Brain
- Neuropsychology
This talk will explore the impact of body awareness, body movement, and creativity on mental health and overall well-being.
The first part will present findings from recent brain research on dance expertise and the effects of watching dance. It will also highlight an ongoing research project focused on creative movement interventions for individuals with schizophrenia. Additionally, the discussion will cover large brain networks and their role in the creative process, emphasizing implicit self-expression and goal-directed behavior.
The second part will introduce the WiseMotion method, which integrates neuroscience, body movement, and creativity. This method has been part of two projects co-funded by the European Union: DanceCARE, which supports long-term caregivers (2024-2026), and DanceBrainRehab, which applies artistic dance in working with vulnerable groups (2023-2024). The talk will also explore how WiseMotion has been used to train healthcare professionals and examine its benefits for individuals with dementia, stroke, and multiple sclerosis.
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Registration
| Ticket type | Cost inc VAT |
| Concession/student | £6.00 |
| BPS member | £12.00 |
| Non member | £30.00 |
| Committee member | Complimentary ( discount code required) |
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Agenda
| Time | Session |
| 6:00 - 6:05 pm | Welcome to Delegates and Introduction |
| 6.05 - 6:45 pm | Presentation |
| 6.45-7.00 pm | Q&A |
| 7:00 pm | Remarks & Close |
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Speaker: Dr Hanna Poikonen
Neuroscientist with a long background in dance. Founder of the WiseMotion Community, brain research at ETH Zurich, Örebro University Hospital, McMaster University and University of Helsinki.
In my academic research, I'm interested in the brain functions of learning, expertise and rehabilitation for dementia, stroke and mental health. I have studied the brains of dancers, musicians and mathematicians which has given me insights on the expertise development in the brain. I work with EEG and Motion Capture and bring them to different contexts like theater.
Based on my academic research and long dedication in movement practices like dance, martial arts and somatic methods, I have developed the WiseMotion method. WiseMotion aims to enhance brain health, self-awareness and social connection through body movement, creative meditation and neuroscience.
WiseMotion has two versions: WiseMotion Wellbeing for all curious movers regardless their background in neuroscience or movement, and WiseMotion Healthcare for people suffering from brain illnesses (such as dementia, Parkinson's or MS disease, stroke or head trauma) and their professional and personal caregivers (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, medical doctors, dance/music/art therapists, family members).