With age comes a natural decline in cognitive function, even among otherwise healthy adults without dementia. A new study finds that a cognitive training program may boost production of a brain ...

In an ambitious study, memory and learning abilities improved substantially after exercise among mice with a form of the ...

A brief period of exercise may do more for your brain than you expect. New research led by the University of Iowa shows that even a single workout can rapidly shift how your brain processes memory.

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Cognitive decline is not an inevitable consequence of getting older, and actively engaging our minds can significantly impact our ability to think clearly, remember information, and adapt to new ...

Speed-of-processing cognitive training in older adults significantly reduced dementia risk over 20 years, outperforming memory and reasoning training. Its adaptive, implicit learning approach may ...

But anytime you learn new information, you’re strengthening those neuronal connections, and you want to build a reserve.” ...

A new study suggests a single exercise session can increase electrical “ripples” in parts of the brain that support memory and learning ability. The research recorded electrical activity directly from ...

Looking to sharpen your speed, memory, attention, people skills, and more? Or maybe you want to build and maintain your brain health, just like you build and maintain your physical health? Learn what ...

Dr. Majid Fotuhi is a neurologist and professor who teaches about neuroplasticity. He recommends spending 20-30 minutes a day doing brain exercises.