Childhood trauma leaves a lifelong mark, especially for black Americans
A new study from the University of Georgia reveals that negative experiences during childhood—such as living in unsafe communities or facing discrimination—can have lasting...
Why type 2 diabetes can lead to nerve pain
Type 2 diabetes is known for causing high blood sugar levels, but many people don’t realize it can also lead to nerve pain.
This type...
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...
These healthy habits may lower dementia risk, even if you’re genetically at risk
Dementia is not just one disease—it’s a group of symptoms that affect memory, thinking, and behavior in ways that can interfere with daily life.
It...
Mind over fingers: New brain tech lets users control robotic hand by thought
Imagine moving a robotic hand just by thinking. Scientists at Carnegie Mellon University have taken a big step toward making that a reality—without the...
How your brain secretly maps friendships to spread gossip safely
Have you ever wondered how people manage to gossip without getting caught?
A new study by cognitive neuroscientists at Brown University reveals that our brains...