The brain is more changeable than most people realize—and the things that change it the most aren't complicated.

Key points It's impossible to optimize brain connectivity and maximize growth of new neurons while sitting in front of a screen. One study found that certain hormones, which are increased during ...

The New York Times recently published an article about the "brain fitness" business, "Do Brain Workouts Work? Science Isn’t Sure." I believe the answer is no. Without a variety of other daily habits, ...

The demand for mental clarity and cognitive enhancement has never been greater in our fast-paced modern world. Individuals juggling work, studies, and personal responsibilities often battle the ...

A new study led by scientists at the Perception Dynamics Institute and the University of California San Diego demonstrates that a specific visual training program significantly outperforms standard ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Paul Hsieh, M.D., covers healthcare economics, innovation, and policy. It is too easy to focus on bad news and stressful events, ...

Decades of exercise research data support the common view that steady workouts over the long haul produce not only physical benefits but also improved brain function. But what about single bursts of ...

Major trial finds no cognitive function benefit from exercise or vascular risk reduction in older adults at risk of dementia. Click to learn more.

Share on Pinterest The Mediterranean diet may not provide brain health benefits to all populations, new research finds. Maskot/Getty Images Past studies show the Mediterranean diet may help protect a ...

Nearly half of individuals aged 65 and older showed improvements in cognitive and/or physical function over a 12-year follow-up period, according to a March study published in Geriatrics. The findings ...