It's hard to think back that far! Scientific research has shown that learning to read changes the way our brains work. Not only that, but depending on the language you are reading, your brain changes ...

As we age, keeping our bodies active helps us stay healthier for longer and protects against chronic disease. We can also exercise our brains to prevent age-related mental decline with activities like ...

Is there anything you can do to improve your own brain function in just a few minutes a day? New research suggests that the ...

That means key recommendations for heart health — get regular exercise, eat lots of fruits and vegetables, avoid obesity and ...

Reading is a highly valuable skill that allows humans to acquire new knowledge, pursue an education and complete a wide range of real-world tasks. Many past psychology and neuroscience studies set out ...

With implications for aging and dementia, a study finds game-like online exercises offset signs of aging in key brain systems for learning and memory – the first of any intervention shown to do so A ...

It’s no secret exercise is good for your body—but what about your brain? Linda Overstreet-Wadiche, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Neurobiology and vice chair for Faculty Affairs and Development ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Tracy Brower writes about joy, community and the future of work. If you want to improve your brain power and your mental ...