Tag: cognitive function
Preliminary research links prolonged work hours to changes in brain structure
Preliminary research published in Occupational & Environmental Medicine suggests that long working hours may physically alter the brain's…
Understanding the Cognitive Risks of Early Menopause
A team of researchers from the Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine and the Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of…
Consistent Transcendental Meditation May Alleviate Stress and Slow the Ageing Process
A collaborative research effort led by scientists from Maharishi International University (MIU), the University of Siegen, and the…
Can Artificial Intelligence Aid in the Detection of Cognitive Impairment?
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) serves as an early warning signal for potential Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Recognising such…
Deciphering the Brain’s Methods for Differentiating Pain from Itch
A research initiative led by KAANG Bong-Kiun, director of the Center for Cognition and Sociality within the Institute…
Air Pollution Obscures Mental Clarity and Complicates Daily Activities
A recent study has highlighted how short-term exposure to particulate matter (PM) air pollution can significantly impair people's…
Extensive Research on Cannabis Reveals Effects on Working Memory
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open investigates the effects of both recent and long-term cannabis use…
Research Unveils the Impact of Alcohol Use Disorder on Cognitive Flexibility
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) affects approximately 400 million individuals globally, positioning it as a leading contributor to serious…
Baycrest Research Discovers Link Between Elevated Blood Sugar and Reduced Brain Function in Healthy Adults
Baycrest has conducted a study which reveals that high blood sugar may affect brain health even in individuals…
Cognitive Decline Associated with Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, and Coronary Artery Disease
The recent scientific statement from the American Heart Association, published in their journal Stroke, highlights a crucial link…
Age-Related Changes in Brain Function and Peripheral Vascular Health
The journal Aging, referred to in MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and as "Aging-US" by Web of Science,…
Melodies Set Our Brainwaves in Motion
Have you ever instantly recognized a song from just a brief snippet or quickly picked up the rhythm…