How does extreme weather affect our brains?
Have you noticed any cognitive impairments or mood swings when it’s too hot outside? You're certainly not alone. Amidst heatwaves, the brain grapples with significant challenges to uphold its peak function. The surge in temperature can profoundly affect our cerebral abilities and mental well-being.
Dr. Gaurab Basu, Director of Education and Policy at Harvard Chan C-CHANGE, elucidates the human brain's reaction to extreme heat and the importance of understanding our bodies.
Video by Natalia Guerrero and Sanjana Bhambhani
