Scientists have found the first compelling evidence that cognitive training can boost levels of a brain chemical that ...

Your brain isn’t destined to slow down as you age, despite what you might have been told. While some cognitive changes are normal with aging, significant decline isn’t inevitable — and there’s one ...

Keeping our minds sharp becomes just as important as maintaining our physical health when we get older. But while memory, concentration, and mental clarity can decline with age, the good news is that ...

A new study shows that cognitive training can increase the levels of a key chemical messenger in the brain responsible for decision-making.

In the fast-paced world we live in, maintaining a sharp mind and an impeccable memory is not just a luxury but a necessity.

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 ...

With an aging population, rates of dementia will only climb, yet doctors have few effective strategies for addressing the worst symptoms. Mild cognitive impairment, in which older adults show lapses ...

Dear Doctor K: As I get older, I've noticed that I have more trouble remembering certain types of information. But other types of memory are as strong as ever. Is this true, or just wishful thinking ...

The harsh reality is that we’re not getting any younger, and with aging comes consequences, like losing your mental acuity. Ever forget the names of people or places, or even what you had for lunch ...

A brain exercise a day might keep you current—it might even revive your brain chemistry. In a landmark clinical trial led by ...

Ever wake up and feel like your brain’s still in sleep mode—foggy, sluggish, or just not ready to deal with the world (or your inbox)? You’re not alone. Most of us spend all this time trying to wake ...

Exercise may protect the brain from the mood effects of high-fat, high-sugar diets, linking movement to mental resilience.