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Is Multitasking Good?
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Is Multitasking Good?

Derek Burnett | February 18, 2024

The evidence is conclusive: multitasking is generally bad for us. There are exceptions but overall focusing on one thing at a time is better.

Does Exercise Help My Brain Health?
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Does Exercise Help My Brain Health?

Derek Burnett | February 16, 2024

Exercise and brain health have been conclusively linked. With aerobic exercise in particular being linked to improved brain health and cognition.

How Does Cognitive Function Change with Aging?
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How Does Cognitive Function Change with Aging?

Derek Burnett | February 13, 2024

Cognitive function changes with aging, but this does not need to be a steep decline with some aspect remaining the same or even improving.

What Is Brain Fog?
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What Is Brain Fog?

Derek Burnett | February 12, 2024

Brain fog is a mental state rather than a condition. It gained attention during the Covid pandemic, but it has been linked with other conditions.

How to Improve Your Concentration
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How to Improve Your Concentration

Derek Burnett | February 9, 2024

Today's world is filled with distractions. That makes improving our concentration more important and challenging than ever.

Taking Steps to Avoid Dementia

Taking Steps to Avoid Dementia

Ronald Lazar, PhD | November 1, 2023

A 2021 poll found that people over age 65 fear dementia more than any other disease. The good news is…

Cognitive Reserve Protects Your Memory
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Cognitive Reserve Protects Your Memory

Kostas Lyketsos, MD | October 5, 2023

If you keep forgetting why you walked into a room or where you left your keys, you might start to…

To Improve Your Memory, Try Pink Noise
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To Improve Your Memory, Try Pink Noise

Michael J. Breus, PhD | March 4, 2019

Noise machines that help people sleep can improve cognitive function, too. Here’s the kind of noise machine you need.

Surprising New Way to Boost Brain Health: Ping-Pong!
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Surprising New Way to Boost Brain Health: Ping-Pong!

Karen Postal, PhD | April 27, 2018

Much more than just a fun game, Ping-Pong is the new “brain sport.” Here’s how it can boost memory, attention and even your mood!

The Candy That Helps You Remember
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The Candy That Helps You Remember

April 30, 2014

Did you just forget the name of that movie with that actress...what's her name? Here's how to kick your brain…