Brain activity is structured in space and time. The resulting activity patterns are conventionally thought to depend on an intricate web of anatomical connections that link specialized populations of ...

Scientists detected simple movement like pushing a button sends ripples of activity throughout networks of neurons spanning across the brain. The finding highlights just how complex the human brain is ...

Neuropsychology is a subdivision of psychology and neurology which refers to the relationship between an individual’s behavior and the physiological processes of the brain and central nervous system.

Movement of any kind is tied to faster cognitive-processing speed, according to a new study. Justin Lambert via Getty Images The maxim “movement is medicine” exists for a reason. When done safely and ...

Maintaining brain health and encouraging brain cell growth are essential for memory, focus, and overall cognitive function.

The limbic system helps regulate emotional and social processing, as well as learning, motivation, and memory. It consists of structures that lie beneath the outer, wrinkly part of the brain and above ...

Our daily habits have a great impact on how our brain functions and small changes can make a big difference. One surprising ...

Between constant demands of work, family obligations and the millions of things on your to-do list, it's easy to feel like you're at or beyond capacity. The result? You may feel fatigued, disconnected ...

Think back through your day and consider all the amazing tasks your brain has helped you perform. From brushing your teeth to eating your lunch and reading the words on this page, your thoughts, ...

New research links fatty, sugary diets to impaired brain function. The findings build on a growing body of evidence showing the negative impact of high-fat, high-sugar (HFHS) diets on cognitive ...