The burden of cognitive decline is growing, affecting many people worldwide and placing a substantial strain on health-care ...

In psychological health research, a person’s ability to think, otherwise known as their cognitive functions, is a crucial subject of research. The cognitive functions are a variety of different, but ...

An encouraging new study suggests we may hit our "functional capacity" later in life than previously believed.

A recent study by biomedical engineers highlights the benefits of combining physical and cognitive exercises for aging adults.

Figuring out how to enhance a person’s mental capabilities has been of considerable interest to psychology and neuroscience researchers like me for decades. From improving attention in high-stakes ...

In a new study, Yale researchers offer a look into how infants’ brains work and change over time, and how these processes can be disrupted by preterm birth. The findings, the researchers say, could ...

Researchers have found that SSRI (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) antidepressants have the potential to improve certain cognitive functions, such as verbal memory. They measured brain ...

If you have a bowel movement every day like clockwork, that might be a sign that you have a healthy brain. People who are constipated — meaning they go three or more days between bowel movements — are ...

Want to keep your mind sharp as you age? These five foods may help protect your brain and reduce the risk of cognitive ...