The brain is made up of distinct regions, each responsible for different functions. Keeping these areas healthy is essential ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When it comes to defining neuroplasticity, there’s a little quiz that neuroscientist Sandra Bond Chapman, ...

For over a decade, neuroscientists have been trying to figure out how neurogenesis (the birth of new neurons) and neuroplasticity (the malleability of neural circuits) work together to reshape how we ...

In December of 1993, former World Boxing Champion John Famechon (who had sustained severe incapacitating brain injuries in August 1991) began a new, complex multi-movement therapy and rehabilitation ...

Think your brain is fully developed at 25? Discover the surprising truth about brain development into your 30s and how ...

Foods like extra-virgin olive oil, berries and eggs have nutrients to benefit brain health. More brain health-promoting ...

Lots of studies have shown that getting a good night’s rest (seven to eight hours) is associated with better memory and other ...

Mora Leeb was 9 months old when surgeons removed half her brain. Now 15, she plays soccer and tells jokes. Scientists say Mora is an extreme example of brain plasticity, the process that allows a ...

Nik Ershov is the founder of Waverox, a mind tracker and wellness app that helps you to gain productivity and combat stress. I've witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of neuroplasticity on ...

Research reveals why some people become brain super-agers—and how simple daily habits can help keep your brain strong, sharp, and resilient as you age.