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Portuguese researchers discovered that a basic dictation task can reveal signs of cognitive decline in older adults through timing and stroke patterns. This breakthrough could transform how doctors screen for dementia using nothing more than pen and paper.
Scientists at Northwestern University discovered a biomarker that could lead to the first effective treatment for cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia, potentially helping millions live independently. A single injection improved brain function in early tests with no negative side effects.
Scientists discovered that common flu antivirals like Tamiflu might help reverse the inflammation causing cognitive problems in people living with HIV. The breakthrough could improve quality of life for millions as the HIV population ages.
Scientists in Singapore have identified a protein that can restore aging brain cells' ability to regenerate, potentially protecting memory and learning as we grow older. The breakthrough could lead to treatments that slow or reverse cognitive decline.
A groundbreaking 12-year study of 11,000 seniors reveals that 45% improved their physical and cognitive abilities over time. The secret? How they think about aging itself.
A Yale study tracking 11,000 older Americans over 12 years found that 45% improved in cognitive ability, physical performance, or both. Your beliefs about aging may predict whether you're one of them.
An 80-year-old woman who hadn't spoken in five years began talking for hours just 19 hours after taking psilocybin mushrooms. The breakthrough case study suggests that cognitive abilities lost to Alzheimer's might not be gone forever, just hidden.
Scientists discovered that octogenarians with exceptional memory grow twice as many new brain cells as their peers, offering hope for preventing cognitive decline. This groundbreaking research reveals the brain's ability to keep generating neurons well into old age.
Five years after a traumatic brain injury left her with memory loss and emotional struggles, Tracy Meyers discovered an AI program that transformed her recovery. Now she's sharing her journey to help other survivors find hope.
A Swiss Brown cow in Austria has become the first of her species ever recorded using tools, wielding a brush to scratch different parts of her body with surprising precision. Scientists say her ability to use one tool for multiple purposes has only been convincingly documented in chimpanzees outside of humans.
Scientists confirm that challenging your brain doesn't have to feel like work. Three simple, enjoyable activities can build protection against cognitive decline and keep your mind healthy for decades.
A new Canadian study reveals that expert birders have denser brain tissue in areas linked to attention and perception. The same cognitive benefits likely extend to bird photographers who spend hundreds of hours honing their craft.
Carlo arrived at a New Jersey hospital unable to breathe on his own, move, or speak. Four weeks later, he walked out with a walker, heading home to his wife.
Kenya is introducing new rules that require all lenders to prove borrowers can afford loans before approval, tackling dangerous default rates in one of Africa's biggest digital lending markets. The change protects millions of mobile loan users from falling into debt traps.
Researchers have identified the exact mechanism that kills brain cells responsible for memory and thinking in multiple sclerosis patients. The breakthrough discovery opens a completely new path for protecting cognitive function in people living with MS.
A groundbreaking UCSF study shows a simple blood test can identify cognitive decline in middle-aged adults years before Alzheimer's symptoms appear. This discovery could help millions catch the disease early when lifestyle changes can make the biggest difference.
Scientists discovered that apes can use their imagination and play pretend, a mental ability long thought uniquely human. A 43-year-old bonobo named Kanzi correctly tracked imaginary juice and grapes during tea party experiments, proving apes have rich mental lives beyond the present moment.
A new study of nearly 3,000 grandparents reveals that caring for grandchildren helps protect against cognitive decline. The best part? It doesn't matter how often you babysit or what you do together.
New research reveals that grandparents who care for their grandchildren experience slower cognitive decline and score higher on memory tests. The findings suggest that staying socially engaged through caregiving may help keep older brains sharp.
Northwestern University researchers discovered a biomarker that could finally treat the cognitive symptoms of schizophrenia that current medications miss. A synthetic protein tested in animal models successfully reversed brain abnormalities linked to memory and thinking problems.
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