How climate change can impact the human brain
Recent research has uncovered a surprising connection between climate change and the human brain.
As global warming continues to affect our environment, there is growing...
Scientists find new causes of autism and schizophrenia
Scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have made a significant discovery that links childhood inflammation to the development of certain brain...
Best screening tools for people with cognitive impairment
Cognitive Impairment (CI) and its more severe stage, dementia, are conditions that many of us fear as we age.
Defined as notable issues with mental...
Simple tips to protect your long-term brain health
There is a growing understanding of the role lifestyle choices play in preventing and slowing the progression of cognitive decline.
While we await new treatments...
A longer reproduction life may protect brain health in women
In a revelation that promises to cast new light on our understanding of cerebral small vessel disease and its relation to hormonal exposure, a...
Scientists use brain stimulation to reduce smoking cravings
Theta-burst transcranial magnetic stimulation (TBS) has emerged as a potential intervention for improving self-control, reducing cigarette cravings, and consequently, mitigating smoking behaviors.
This approach is...
Ultraprocessed foods linked to faster cognitive decline, study confirms
In recent years, ultra-processed foods have been linked to a range of health issues, including obesity, cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease.
A new study now...
Scientists find a common brain network in substance use disorders
A groundbreaking study by researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital has indicated the presence of a common brain network among individuals with substance use...
Neighborhood disadvantage linked to poor brain health, UCLA study finds
Researchers at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine have published a study suggesting that living in a disadvantaged neighborhood can not only affect...
Easy workouts boost cognitive function in older people
We often hear that high-intensity workouts are good for our brains, but what if you're not up for a hardcore gym session? New research...