A randomized controlled trial conducted on elderly individuals shows that an improvement in physical fitness and cognition can be achieved by increasing daily physical activity to a certain level. The ...

In a recent study published in the journal Nature Neuroscience, researchers evaluate the effectiveness of repetitive neuromodulation in improving the working memory (WM) and long-term memory (LTM) of ...

Insomnia may be an important target for early intervention to help prevent age-related cognitive decline, according to a new study from Canada. Investigators from various institutions found that ...

Older adults who take multivitamins every day can improve their memory and slow cognitive aging, a new study finds. Data was derived from the COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS), ...

In a recent randomized control trial of older adults with mild cognitive impairment, researchers found that crossword puzzles were superior to digital games in improving memory and cognitive ... sound ...

Depression and memory decline are intimately linked, with new research suggesting that each might affect the other. Nearly 1 in 5 American adults aged 65 and over experience depressive symptoms, ...

Depression and loneliness predicted memory decline over time in older adults, while memory decline worsened mood symptoms, according to a new study that highlighted a bidirectional link among these ...

Kaitlin Vogel is a health journalist based in New York. Her work has appeared in a variety of publications, including Healthline, Eating Well, Parade, and more. Nick Blackmer is a librarian, ...

Dear Amy: I’m halfway through a two-week visit with my 89-year-old mom, and my stress level is through the roof. On the one hand, I know that her life isn’t easy due to numerous health issues, ...