Most known for its role in movement, the cerebellum could compensate for flagging mental functions elsewhere in the brain.

As a neurologist, neuroscientist, and professor, I have been asked the same question thousands of times by people of all ages: “Can I really improve my memory now—and keep my mind sharp as I get older ...

When most people think of LEGO, they picture children building colorful towers, intricate race cars, and detailed castles. But according to health experts, LEGO building for seniors may be an ...

You walk into a room and forget why you’re there. Names evaporate right after introductions. We’ve all been there before. It’s frustrating, yes, but it doesn’t mean inevitable decline—especially if ...

Far from rotting our brains, video games may improve our cognition. But how we play them matters when it comes to the benefits they provide. By playing video games, “people are practicing complex ...

If you have ever lifted a weight, you know the routine: challenge the muscle, give it rest, feed it and repeat. Over time, it grows stronger. Of course, muscles only grow when the challenge increases ...

Unlike passive activities such as watching television, LEGO building requires active participation from several areas of the brain at once. Users must follow instructions, plan ahead, solve problems, ...