The inability of individual neurons to compensate for aging-related damage leads to a gradual loss of functional plasticity in the brain accompanied by progressive impairment in learning and memory.

Much larger sample and additional correlation with morphological data (volumetry, morphometry, tractography) is needed for determination of possible risk or protective factors that could play a role ...

Research indicates that following the onset of an acquired brain injury (ABI), the brain initiates an immediate neurobiological response to help restore the brain and body to the homeostatic state ...

January felt long due to high expectations for new skills, but February brings a lighter perspective. Embracing learning fosters growth and adaptability.

Ageing is associated with progressive mental decline . This is due to loss of brain volume and inadequate generation of new neurons (nerve cells) .

Addiction is more than just a habit—it’s a powerful force that rewires the brain, making it increasingly difficult to break ...

Oral bacteria may impact brain health, and diet could help preserve cognitive function. The bacteria in your mouth may play a ...

New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) has shown that diet could influence the risk of both depression and ...

Researchers at FORTH have developed a new type of artificial neural network (ANN) that incorporates features of biological ...

Compared to synthetic drugs, natural plant extracts offer the advantages of being suitable for long-term consumption, having ...

Why do beauty standards feel inescapable? Neuroscience and epigenetics reveal how our brains imprint cultural ideals—shaping body image and eating behaviors for life.

Jessica Shepherd, MD, explains what happens to the mind during menopause and shares how to deal with symptoms. Plus, why ...