Science and data prove what we already know: that many of the cognitive capabilities that matter most in today’s complex, ...

Studies suggest that a stronger gripping ability may help cut your risk of dementia. Here’s why. If you’ve ever had trouble opening a pickle jar, you know that it can make you feel momentarily ...

Using an in-home HEPA purifier for one month spurs a small but significant improvement in brain function in adults age 40 and ...

A study published June 25 in the American Journal of Psychiatry provides new insights into a long-standing question in psychiatric research: What is the underlying neurobiological mechanism of ...

Retirees are getting creative — and proactive — when it comes to keeping their brains sharp. Here’s what many are doing to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. New research shows that just 15 more minutes of rest can sharpen teen thinking skills and improve brain health, even without ...

Stronger leg muscles may play a key role in brain health. Neurologists highlight research showing that regular lower-body exercises like squats and lunges can significantly reduce Alzheimer's risk and ...

Scientists used a tool called SynTrogo to edit brain circuits in mice, showing that trimming select synapses can make ...