The environment in which children grow up can play a central role in their mental development and psychological well-being.

The experiences children have in classrooms, at home and in their communities may help build a cognitive buffer that protects ...

A new study found that the leading environmental factor influencing brain structure and function is the socioeconomic status ...

Spending a few hours a week helping others may slow the aging of the brain. Researchers found that both formal volunteering and informal acts, like helping neighbors or relatives, were linked to ...

Every March, Brain Awareness Week is a global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for the progress and benefits of brain science. It is also a perfect time to reflect on how our everyday ...

Can hobbies slow brain aging? Learn how dance, music, puzzles, art, birdwatching, and gardening may support memory and ...