Research shows that crossword puzzles are effective in improving memory. (Getty Images) There is no reality check like telling someone the same story twice and not realizing it until they stop you ...

Playing certain brain-training games may boost production of a neurotransmitter responsible for attention and focus, ...

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining strong memory and concentration can often be a challenge. With constant distractions ...

Researchers measured acetylcholine production in participants' brains at the beginning and end of the 10-week trial.

That crossword puzzle you’ve been diligently completing every morning might not be the brain insurance you think it is. As memory concerns top the list of aging anxieties, brain training apps and ...

As we grow older, we are expected to notice distinctions in the pace of recall. Forgetting people’s names, losing one’s ...

Our memory operates through our motivation and attention. Neurons fire and create patterns and networks based on how we use our brains. Our thoughts, intentions, and actions directly shape the ...

My patient, Derek,* is a high-achiever. Like many high achieving individuals, he struggles under the weight of his own high expectations. He assumes that being harsh toward himself and always ...

As the day winds down and fatigue sets in, you might find yourself walking into a room and forgetting why you’re there. You may even struggle to find a simple word during a conversation. Sound ...

Memory foginess—that frustrating inability to recall information clearly or think with precision—affects nearly everyone at some point. This mental cloudiness can manifest as forgetting names moments ...

There is no reality check like telling someone the same story twice and not realizing it until they stop you midway. When that’s followed by misplacing your keys for the second time in a week or ...