Think playing an instrument is just a childhood pastime or a talent reserved for the naturally gifted? Think again. Picking up a musical instrument later in life isn’t just a fulfilling creative ...

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Dancing isn't just a fun way to let loose; it’s a serious brain workout. When you dance, your brain forms new neural ...

Aerobic exercise may promote myelin repair in some parts of the brain in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to a ...

Are the brains of left-handers different than those of right-handers? A recent study investigated this question from a new ...

We usually think of “slow” hobbies as just that—slow. Calming, enjoyable, maybe even repetitive. But psychologists are ...

Dr. Merzenich chats about his inspiration for creating BrainHQ, what sets his brain training program apart, and more.

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Moving your body in new ways can nudge your brain to pay attention. That simple idea sits behind a growing fitness habit ...

A study on aging conducted in the United States reveals that structured daily habits can improve cognition and brain health.

A team of researchers has built a new measure of spatial activities to help researchers find ways to help children develop ...