The Brain Performance Center

Extremely excited to be featured on Thrive Health & Wellness on e360tv tomorrow!

Tuesday, March 17
11 AM PT | 2 PM ET

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25,000 Downloads in One Year and Counting: Advancing the Science of Leadership in Times of Crisis

I’m proud to share a meaningful milestone with my dissertation, “The Lived Experience of Organizational Leaders with Crisis Decision-Making,” which has now been downloaded more than 25,000 times since its publication in 2024.

This work was born from a desire to better understand how leaders think, act, and adapt in moments of high stress and uncertainty. The response reinforces what I’ve long believed: the intersection of neuroscience and leadership is not only relevant. It’s essential.

To those who have read, cited, or shared this work, thank you. Your interest and engagement continue to inspire the next phase of my research and consulting.

For those who would like to read it, you can find it here:

https://thebrainperformanceinstitute.co/dissertation-dr-leigh-richardson/

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Is AI Love Real or Just Really Convincing?

What happens when artificial intelligence crosses the line from helpful tool to emotional companion?

I joined CNN Newsource’s Ivan Rodriguez () to discuss the rising trend of people forming what they believe are real relationships with AI bots.

We covered:
- Why the brain doesn't always know the difference between real and simulated connections
- How loneliness is rewiring emotional attachment in the digital age
- The mental health risks of confusing fantasy with reality

This isn’t science fiction—it’s a growing psychological phenomenon we’re already seeing in clinics and counseling rooms. And while AI can be a lifeline for some, it also raises urgent ethical and emotional questions.

Watch the full segment that aired nationally via CNN Newsource affiliates, including WFXT Boston: https://youtu.be/FbYmr3zrmqY

Visit DrLeighRichardson.com to explore more on how brain health impacts everything from relationships to resilience.

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