Brain drain is common, but new treatments are working to heal the affliction that is often caused by overwork and ...

If you have ever lifted a weight, you know the routine: challenge the muscle, give it rest, feed it and repeat. Over time, it ...

A randomized trial that enrolled older adults in the United States between 1999 and 2001 has produced its longest follow-up ...

A ten-week online brain training program helped older adults' brains act as though they were a decade younger, a recent study has found. Much like exercise for the body, regular mental workouts can ...

A growing body of research suggests strength training can help preserve cognition and improve brain health as you age. Experts explain the best way to work strength training into your routine.

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You might've heard that doing the daily crossword puzzle is good for your brain. It certainly is a nice way to keep your mind busy. But the truth is, crosswords may only help strengthen a particular ...

If there were a way to improve your running performance without putting more stress on your body, would you use it? This isn’t a trick—we aren’t talking about illegal substances. Instead, we’re ...

The human brain is constantly adapting. Every skill learned and every habit formed reshapes neural pathways, strengthening connections and improving efficiency. This process, known as neuroplasticity, ...

Some 2.3 million U.S. adults over 65 — more than 4% — have a diagnosis of dementia. But even without a diagnosis, a certain amount of cognitive decline is normal as age sets in. Whether it’s due to ...

Drugs to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be very effective, but they can come with a range of undesirable side-effects, such as increased anxiety, trouble sleeping and loss ...