Chapter

The Effect of Noise on Brain States for Learning
listen on Spotify
41:39 - 53:17 (11:38)

This podcast discusses a study that explores the impact of different types and levels of noise on brain states for learning, with a focus on how white noise can enhance brain states for learning in adults but may have a detrimental effect on auditory learning in infants.

Clips
A study evaluates the impact of different levels and types of noise on mental workload and attention as it relates to brain states for better learning.
41:39 - 46:26 (04:47)
listen on Spotify
Brain States
Summary

A study evaluates the impact of different levels and types of noise on mental workload and attention as it relates to brain states for better learning.

Chapter
The Effect of Noise on Brain States for Learning
Episode
The Science of Hearing, Balance & Accelerated Learning
Podcast
Huberman Lab
Dopamine is a chemical that modulates and controls the likelihood of certain brain areas being active.
46:26 - 50:14 (03:48)
listen on Spotify
Dopamine
Summary

Dopamine is a chemical that modulates and controls the likelihood of certain brain areas being active. It activates our sense of motivation and desire to continue learning.

Chapter
The Effect of Noise on Brain States for Learning
Episode
The Science of Hearing, Balance & Accelerated Learning
Podcast
Huberman Lab
This episode discusses the appropriate use of white noise for enhancing studying, learning, and skill building.
50:14 - 52:19 (02:04)
listen on Spotify
White noise
Summary

This episode discusses the appropriate use of white noise for enhancing studying, learning, and skill building. The host suggests keeping the volume low when using headphones and avoiding blasting any noise, while taking into consideration the distance from the speaker and the use of earphones or speakers in the room.

Chapter
The Effect of Noise on Brain States for Learning
Episode
The Science of Hearing, Balance & Accelerated Learning
Podcast
Huberman Lab
The use of white noise can help to raise overall levels of attention and motivation, leading to better learning results by firing neurons and raising the baseline of dopamine levels just a bit.
52:19 - 53:17 (00:57)
listen on Spotify
Learning
Summary

The use of white noise can help to raise overall levels of attention and motivation, leading to better learning results by firing neurons and raising the baseline of dopamine levels just a bit. It is recommended to turn on the white noise at a volume that allows for total focus, without causing distraction.

Chapter
The Effect of Noise on Brain States for Learning
Episode
The Science of Hearing, Balance & Accelerated Learning
Podcast
Huberman Lab