Why We Remember Differently as We Get Older
Research from the University of East Anglia (UEA) is shedding new light on how memory changes as we age, revealing that older adults tend to…
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Financial Instability Associated with Faster Brain Ageing
Persistent financial hardship is associated with faster cognitive decline and poorer brain health in later life, according to a new study led by researchers at…
Birding May Change the Brain—and Bring Cognitive Benefits
Learning a new skill can reshape the brain, changing both its structure and activity. While previous research has demonstrated how learning influences the brain, scientists…
Night waking disrupts cognitive functioning regardless of how long one sleeps
For many years, guidance around healthy sleep has centred on the number of hours spent asleep each night. However, emerging evidence suggests that for older…
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 structure, particularly in regions responsible for emotional…
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 Medical Science has found that women who…
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 Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences…
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 cognitive declines early can pave the way…
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 for Basic Science (IBS), in collaboration with…
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 ability to process emotions and maintain focus…
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 on brain function during cognitive tasks, focusing…
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 health issues such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases,…