Module 2: The Neuroscience of Stress & Decision-Making in Medicine: The Brain Under Pressure

Overview:
Building on your understanding of burnout from Module 1, this module explores how and why stress impacts the brain. You’ll dive into the neuroscience behind mental overload, emotional fatigue, and cognitive decline under chronic pressure—especially in high-stakes medical environments.

By connecting the science to your lived experience, you’ll better recognize when your brain is operating in survival mode—and learn how to bring it back into balance.

By the end of this module, you will:
✅ Understand how stress alters brain function and behavior
✅ Recognize early signs of cognitive and emotional strain
✅ Apply brain-based strategies to reset and recover under pressure
✅ Build deeper self-awareness through targeted reflection and assessment