Midbrain activation

Midbrain activation is a pseudoscientific training method claiming to allow the development of blind vision and to improve memory and concentration.[1] The courses and workshops, generally targeting school going students, are offered by various organisations in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in South India.[2] The origins of midbrain activation are unclear. Parallels have been drawn between Midbrain Activation and Nada yoga.[3] Midbrain itself refers to the Mesencephalon of anatomical human brain.

Controversy

The training programs run by the franchise organisations have generated criticism from rationalists, most notably Narendra Nayak, president of the Federation of Indian Rationalist Associations (FIRA).[4]

References

  1. ↑ "Debunking 'midbrain activation' of children". The Hindu. Retrieved 10 October 2018.
  2. ↑ "Beware! Centres Similar to Midbrain Activation May Haunt You: Rationalist Narendra Nayak". Udayavani.
  3. ↑ "Midbrain Activation".
  4. ↑ "'You start questioning things — the most blatant, harmful things, that are evil'". Indian Express.


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