Challenge your mind. Like a muscle, the brain strengthens with use. Mander suggests learning a new language, playing music, doing puzzles or pursuing mentally demanding hobbies to help reinforce ...

It’s normal to occasionally forget where you left your keys, struggle to recall a new name or wonder if you’ve already taken your daily medication. “Everyone has memory slips now and again,” says ...

Multitasking may seem like a good way to get more done — but evidence suggests the opposite. Here’s the truth about multitasking, and what to do instead. Ever feel like there aren’t enough hours in ...

Napping may seem restorative, but how it affects the brain changes in different phases of life. Shorter naps enhance ...

Can't remember names? A neurologist explains why it happens, when it's a concern, and how to improve your memory to prevent ...

A new study from UNC School of Medicine researchers, published this week in Neuron, reveals a unique look at how junk food ...