McGill University researchers have identified a brain function that helps explain why childhood stress raises metabolic health risks for some women later in life. A new study found that variations in ...

A study by University of Massachusetts Amherst finds that using alcohol to cope with stress in early adulthood may lead to ...

What you eat in your 40s impacts your memory in your 80s. A study shows diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and ...

Modern neuroscience understands the brain as a set of specialized systems. Aspects of brain function such as attention, perception, memory, language, and thought have been mapped onto distinct brain ...

Reaction time reflects brain processing speed; simple tests like the ruler drop can reveal attention, coordination, and early ...

Researchers found that people who consumed virgin olive oil rather than refined olive oil showed improved cognitive function ...

Cocaine addiction may persist because the drug rewires brain circuits through a protein called DeltaFosB. This buildup ...

Many people know that exercise is good for the body. It can strengthen the heart, improve muscle health, and help control weight. However, scientists are also learning that physical activity may be ...

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term brain condition that affects how people move. It usually develops slowly and is most ...