The wiring and rewiring of the brain never ends. Neural pathways are constantly being reshaped as we interact with the world ...

Why does stress make you forget? Neuroscientist Gustavo Deco explains how your brain shifts from learning to survival mode.

A random language, bird names, card tricks, or history facts may offer more than simple entertainment.

Is your teenager thinking about taking a Spanish or French class? Tell them there’s a hidden benefit to picking up another ...

Didn't learn a musical instrument? It may not be too late to benefit. A new study suggests that learning an instrument in ...

We tend to think of brain health as something we protect with crossword puzzles, Wordle, or the occasional sudoku. Those activities certainly keep your mind engaged, but they don't ask your brain to ...

Research suggests certain hobbies may support memory, focus, and brain health after 50, helping keep your mind active as you ...

A new study led by researchers at MIT titled “Your Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing Task” offers a revealing window into what may happen ...

Preserving your brain health for the long term comes down to small, daily choices.

The neurobiologist Erich Jarvis studies the few species capable of speech. He has long hoped to genetically engineer an ...

Research links retiring early to cognitive decline, while continued work is associated with stronger cognition.

The brain undergoes a full renovation during menopause. Although these changes are profound, we’re learning that the long-term impact needn’t be all bad ...