When a neuroscientist began studying meditation, she expected to measure temporary mental states—not structural changes in the brain itself. What her team discovered shocked the scientific community.

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Cognitive function is not just a concern for older age. Your daily habits can significantly influence how your brain performs, no matter how old you are. And simple tweaks can help keep your brain ...

Toddlers practice toilet training. Some young children practice cursive writing while others practice riding a bike. Teens practice problem solving and essay skills through daily homework. But as ...

Brain health has become a topic of growing importance in recent years. With modern life demanding more from our minds than ever before, many people are turning to lifestyle strategies and supplements ...

Small changes to certain daily habits can have a big impact on cognitive functions.

Intensive reading programs can produce measurable changes in the structure of a child's brain, according to a study in the journal Neuron. The study found that several different programs improved the ...

Brain health is built daily. Science, lifestyle, and nutrition can shape focus, memory, and resilience at every age.

Everybody worries about cognitive decline as they age. Some changes are natural and to be expected, but more severe cases can lead to dementia, a chronic condition that affects memory, language, ...