Declining brain function is a natural part of the aging process, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be delayed. A new study has found that physical activity can boost brain function for up to 24 hours and ...

A new analysis of data from older Americans indicates that chronic sleep disturbances are associated with a shorter lifespan ...

While it’s well known that sleep enhances cognitive performance, the underlying neural mechanisms, particularly those related to nonrapid eye movement (NREM) sleep, remain largely unexplored. A new ...

While it’s well known that sleep enhances cognitive performance, the underlying neural mechanisms, particularly those related to nonrapid eye movement (NREM) sleep, remain largely unexplored. A new ...

Study finds link between obesity, apnea and cognitive problems in children. Nov. 4, 2011— -- Obesity, sleep apnea and behavior and learning difficulties can cause significant dysfunction in ...

New research suggests that even a small increase in sleep duration can have a positive impact on cognitive abilities in young people. The study, involving 3,222 adolescents aged 9 to 14, found that ...

A group of studies, all conducted independently, have reached a similar sobering conclusion: sleep problems—including several common sleep difficulties faced by millions of people on a regular ...

Could nighttime fragrances really boost your brain? A captivating discovery from researchers at the University of California, Irvine, is reshaping what we know about sleep and cognition. Imagine ...