“Pothead” could one day get a whole new meaning. A new study suggests low doses of THC, the main psychoactive ingredient in ...

Diabetes and high blood pressure under control is critically important for maintaining brain health. Cognitive decline, ...

Every three minutes, someone in the UK is diagnosed with dementia. It is not an easy diagnosis to receive for the patient or ...

The driving habits of older people may provide early warning signs of dementia, according to new research. Behaviour behind the wheel reveals tell-tale clues about their brain health, say scientists.

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Simple pharmaceutical interventions could help older brains cope with memory impairment and recovery after surgery, new studies in mice suggest. In two studies, researchers at the ...

Medications have become our go-to treatments for opioid addiction. Though life-saving, their downsides are underappreciated but should be considered in making treatment decisions.

By Athena VlachouDrugs used to treat metabolic disorders, such as Type 2 diabetes, alleviate symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease ...

Q. I’m a physician and have long seen studies on using the nicotine patch for multiple disorders, including memory. Since it is a naturally occurring substance, I decided to give it a try.

Scientists at Johns Hopkins have uncovered a surprising new way to influence brain activity by targeting a long-mysterious class of proteins linked to anxiety, schizophrenia, and movement disorders.

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders in the world. According to the World Health Organization, around 50 ...

Challenging the brain with new learning, like a new language, may build cognitive reserve and memory confidence.