New study: Brain training lowers levels of a hallmark of Alzheimer’s
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Is there a way to test for early signs of dementia?
If you’re worried your forgetfulness might be a sign of something more serious, it may...
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Could you have brain fog? How to tell and what to do
That fuzzy, sluggish feeling you get sometimes could be a sign of something more serious...
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The right way to take a nap
There’s (brain) power in an afternoon nap — but not all naps are created equal...
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Here’s What Happens in the Brain When You’re Punked on April Fools’
I enjoy hearing about or even falling for a good harmless prank — and I...
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A Vote of Confidence for Brain Training
Sometimes when I read science news, it seems as though the world is moving incredibly...
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Brain Training and Its Critics
When I was in college, I took a lot of science courses. Really, a lot — maybe...
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Alzheimer’s Meeting Takeaway: Retire Vague Advice to be “Mentally Active”
Perhaps the biggest news story out of AAIC was a report from the LATAM FINGERS...
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New study: Brain training lowers levels of a hallmark of Alzheimer’s
Over the past year, there has been a groundswell of evidence on the benefits of...
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Your Brain on Gratitude
Is Thanksgiving Good for the Brain? All across the United States, people are about to...
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Your Brain on Fear
Everywhere I look, I see signs that Halloween is fast approaching. What was once...
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Your Brain at Work
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Your Brain on Travel
Travel can bring you to a world of new things and new experiences. You’re navigating...
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Alzheimer’s Meeting Takeaway: Retire Vague Advice to be “Mentally Active”
Perhaps the biggest news story out of AAIC was a report from the LATAM FINGERS...
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New study: Brain training lowers levels of a hallmark of Alzheimer’s
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Your Brain Outdoors
It’s summertime — even here in San Francisco. I look around and I see my neighbors...