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Worth A Thousand Words

by Feb 12, 2021

It has been snowy the past few weeks here in Lombard, the colder months are not my favorite, but I have to admit it can be quite beautiful. I snapped some quick pictures while I was walking over to the clinic for my morning internship shift. There has been so much snow that someone was able to make a rather tall snowman!

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This trimester in my Neurophysiology of Acupuncture (WC5421) course, we are taking a closer look at the intersection of neurology and acupuncture. We are discussing the latest modern research and the physiological chemical response that the body has to acupuncture stimulation.

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I’ve found that drawing really helps me to connect to my coursework in a different way. Drawing is an active way I can interact with the different areas of human anatomy and even herbal formulas. I read an interesting article called, “The Surprising Powerful Influence of Drawing on Memory. The article discusses how drawing can be used as a mnemonic strategy. Drawing is more than just about a learning style, but rather it combines with visualization & writing to create a web of understanding and increase the chances of content landing in your long-term memories. The authors propose that this strategy could help those with cognitive impairments, dementia, or those who simply want to boost their memory. As a student I am always searching for ways to maximize my efforts, to work smarter, and not harder! 

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Danielle Pureifory

Danielle Pureifory

My name is Danielle, and I am currently in my last trimester in the MSOM program here at NUHS – Illinois. I’m a travel addict, animal lover, and a hobby farmer who is passionate about helping the under-resourced community. I look forward to sharing my journey with you, and I hope you read something that inspires you to start your own journey.

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