Have you ever forgotten a lunch date and stood up a good friend? This can be embarrassing and disconcerting, a potential sign that your memory just isn’t what it used to be. But, according to a new ...

If you ask your friends about their favorite memories, they may mention their first kiss, a wedding day, or perhaps even giving birth to their child. It’s usually an important moment in time. But how ...

A new study shows some of the strongest evidence yet that diet, exercise and other lifestyle changes can improve our brains — and reduce decline — as we age. A study shows evidence that diet, exercise ...

Scientists now know that while we snooze, our brains help solidify the memories we made during the day. In this Special Feature, we investigate whether simple techniques might help improve memory ...

People seek out novelty and excitement. We explore, discover, and create. At the same time, we all experience moments of boredom. Whether it's during a long meeting, a tedious task, or a lazy ...

Sometimes we are our own worst critics. All of us have limits that are self-imposed. When we consider our goals and ambitions, all of us from time to time say things like, “I’m not the kind of person ...

Life is uncertain. We never know what will happen, and many things are unknowable. This can make us feel stressed or worried, since the unknown is associated with danger. But as journalist Maggie ...

Research suggests that maintaining social ties is vital for our well-being, especially as we age. Lomb - stock.adobe.com If your ability to connect with others feels a little rusty post-pandemic, ...