Want to stay sharp as you age? Playing music might help your brain
Listening to or playing music might do more than bring joy—it could help keep your brain sharp as you age.
A new study published in...
How a tiny part of the brain helps us break life into memories
While life seems like one long, continuous flow of experiences, our memories don’t work that way.
Instead of remembering everything as one big blur, our...
How blood pressure affects brain health as we age
A recent study from the University of Miami has revealed new insights into how blood pressure affects our brain as we get older.
The findings...
Does memory loss always mean dementia?
Many people worry when they or someone they love starts to forget things more often.
It’s common to wonder, “Is this normal aging or is...
Eight or more drinks every week may cause brain injury in older people
Drinking heavily—eight or more alcoholic drinks per week—may increase the risk of brain damage and cognitive problems, according to a new study published on...
Research discovers new cause of cognitive decline in older people
Scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have made an exciting discovery that could explain why our memory and learning abilities often...
This common sweetener may cause brain disease, research shows
A sweetener often promoted as a healthy alternative to sugar may not be as safe as it seems.
New research presented at the 2025 American...
When reality fails: What to know about psychosis
Hearing voices. Seeing imaginary people and animals. Feeling paranoid. Thinking others can hear their thoughts.
A teen or young adult experiencing these sensations might get...
Study finds big cause of memory loss in older people
Your brain has a special defense system called the blood-brain barrier. This network of tiny blood vessels controls what can enter the brain from...
Scientists find a single dose of compound can boost brain flexibility for weeks
Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered that just one dose of a psychedelic compound can improve the brain’s ability to adapt and...