Creative hobbies keep the brain young, study finds; here are the best ones to pursue An international study of 1,400-plus adults reveals creative activities like music, dance and art make brains appear biologically younger than their actual age.
Psychiatrist reveals how simple mindset shifts can significantly reduce chronic pain Dr. Daniel Amen's book, "Change Your Brain, Change Your Pain," offers breakthrough methods to treat chronic pain by targeting brain circuits and emotions.
Alzheimer's risk could rise with common condition affecting millions, study finds A new study reveals that obesity accelerated Alzheimer's blood biomarkers by 95% over five years, highlighting a strong connection between weight and brain disease progression.
Scientists reveal the one practice that could prevent dementia as you age New research reveals that social isolation increases dementia risk by 47% in older adults. The study shows that a lack of social contact is a major neurological threat.
Lower dementia risk linked to routine vaccination in major new analysis A Stanford Medicine study suggests that the shingles vaccine reduces dementia risk by 20% in older adults, offering the first evidence of a potential cause-and-effect relationship.
Popular daily snack found to boost brain blood flow in older adults, new study shows New research reveals that eating peanuts daily may boost brain health and memory in older adults. A study found a 3% increase in blood flow to key brain areas.
Your brain doesn’t age the way you think — new research upends old beliefs Cambridge neuroscientists discover five distinct stages of brain development from birth to 90, revealing key turning points in human aging based on brain structure.
Alzheimer's risk declines sharply with one daily lifestyle change, researchers say New study reveals physical activity in midlife and later life can reduce dementia risk by up to 45%, offering significant hope for brain health protection.
Common sleep problem tied to serious neurological disorder in major new study Untreated sleep apnea may play a role in Parkinson's disease development, a new study suggests, but early CPAP therapy shows protective benefits.
Alzheimer’s scientists find key to halting brain decline before symptoms Researchers found that melting soft tau protein precursors before they form harmful fibrils could shift Alzheimer's treatment strategies toward early prevention.