Dopamine is essential for feeling engaged, capable, and motivated. You can increase dopamine naturally, with supplements, or ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Researchers associate regular exercise habits with improved brain health. Even just 45 minutes of low-impact cardiovascular exercise, like walking, five to six times a week can be beneficial. Courtesy ...

A mix of exercise, a healthy diet, social engagement and brain games could improve cognitive capabilities in older adults at risk of cognitive decline or dementia, a clinical trial has found. The ...

A 2022 study found that magnesium L-threonate improves memory, learning, cognitive abilities, and recall. Magnesium L-threonate can cross the blood-brain barrier, which may explain its ability to ...

Changing your lifestyle can protect brain function. A mother and daughter attend a program for adults with dementia at their home in District Heights on June 30. (Amanda Voisard/The Washington Post) ...

A simple wellness trend of jumping 50 times each morning gains popularity on TikTok as an accessible alternative to ...

Eat a balanced diet. You get lots of essential nutrients — like fiber and magnesium — from food. They can help support ...

If age is a state of mind, this is when the mind begins to decline. A new study has revealed that brain aging peaks at three distinct ages: 57, 70 and 78. The research, published in Nature this month, ...