The cerebral cortex processes sensory information via a complex network of neural connections. How are these signals ...

For years, resilience was viewed as a fixed trait, something you either had or didn't. But neuroscience is rewriting that story. New research reveals that resil ...

New research reveals that simply living through the COVID-19 pandemic — regardless of infection — has measurably aged our ...

New research has uncovered that neurons store their own glycogen, acting as “backup batteries” to keep the brain functioning ...

Discover expert-approved strategies from neurologist Dr. Romie Mushtaq to calm your busy brain, improve sleep, and protect long-term brain health. Learn how microbreaks, digital detox habits, and ...

Differences in political beliefs appear to be rooted in brain differences in how we process emotion. Understanding our emotional wiring can reduce polarization and build empathy.

As May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, experts highlight the role of certain foods in combating stress and promoting brain health.

Our Brains on Poetry May 22, 2025 | 23:04 Learn how poetry can help your brain handle stress, process feelings, and spark insight.

Cortisol And Your Brain When you are stressed at work, your brain is flooded with the stress hormone cortisol. This chemical cascade can shrink the hippocampus (memory center), activate the ...

A new study indicates the debilitating “brain fog” suffered by millions of long COVID patients is linked to changes in the brain, including inflammation and an impaired ability to rewire ...

New data from the National Brain Tumor Society shows 1 million Americans are living with a brain tumor. Doctors say two thirds of those cases are benign but being aware could save your life.

The feeling of being watched can affect memory and cognition It puts the brain in fight-or-flight mode and causes stress That may worsen some mental illnesses The feeling of being watched can ...