Declining brain function is a natural part of the aging process, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be delayed. A new study has found that physical activity can boost brain function for up to 24 hours and ...

With an aging population, rates of dementia will only climb, yet doctors have few effective strategies for addressing the worst symptoms. Mild cognitive impairment, in which older adults show lapses ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has set the tone for a "new normal" of health and well-being. This feature series aims to empower readers to take control of their mental and emotional health. Share on Pinterest ...

Many medical problems, such as traumatic brain injuries, stroke, dementia, and even cancer, can affect the brain and make it difficult for someone to think or process information. Cognitive ...

The short-term boost our brains get after we do exercise persists throughout the following day, suggests a new study led by UCL (University College London) researchers. Previous research in a ...

It is proven that physical exercise supports a healthy body and mind. What is increasingly becoming popular is that certain types of movement, apart from shaping the body and also reshape the brain.

Young children who practice visual working memory and reasoning tasks improve their math skills more than children who focus on spatial rotation exercises, according to a large study. The findings ...

You may not realize just how much everyday mental habits can enhance focus. According to experts, specific brain-priming practices really add up. Morning workouts activate neural pathways, and enhance ...