"We should support language learning at school and throughout life, even if it’s hard." ...

A new study suggests a single exercise session can increase electrical “ripples” in parts of the brain that support memory and learning ability. The research recorded electrical activity directly from ...

Think your brain is aging? These five everyday abilities may reveal that your mind is staying younger, sharper, and healthier ...

Even on days when you're lagging in energy, exercise can give your brain a boost. That's according to researchers at the University of Missouri (Mizzou), who made a specific discovery about physical ...

While you might know that you need to exercise your body, did you know that it might also be important to exercise your mind? You've probably heard the old adage "use it or lose it." Many researchers ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Maaskot via Getty Images (Maaskot via Getty Images) Regular exercise during midlife makes brains functionally younger. That's the ...

A new study says learning new languages requires attention, memory, problem-solving and cognitive control, all of which help ...

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and early Alzheimer’s disease can make everyday thinking tasks feel harder, whether that means remembering names, following a conversation, or feeling confident in a ...

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

The study looked at the impact of brain training activities and healthy habits on the brain health of participants 19 to 94 ...