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Center for BrainHealth


Great Brain Gain text challenge*

Join the 7-day text challenge — take simple steps toward better brain health by learning and applying daily brain-healthy tips.

  • Improve focus
  • Increase AHA moments
  • Reframe mistakes or challenges
  • Find your brain's “prime time”
  • Improve memory
  • Spark curiosity
  • Enhance mental flexibility

On Day 1: Learn something surprising, that most of us do every day that hinders focus, and learn what to do instead. Watch a quick, fun video with the science behind it. Then, we'll challenge you to put your new skill to work.

Text BHA to 888-844-8991 to get all 7 days!

Read more on the Center for BrainHealth website.

*By opting in, you agree to receive informational text messages (SMS) providing you with brain health tips and science notifications. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help or STOP to opt out. Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy can be found at https://www.utdallas.edu/privacy/ Data obtained through the short code program will not be shared with any third-parties for their marketing reasons/purposes.

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