Our memories are valuable, yet they aren't always reliable. What we remember — and what we forget — often feels random, and it can be disappointing when our memory seems to let us down. While many ...

Wondering how to get a good memory? Not only can this habit help you preserve it as much as possible as you age, but it can even improve it along the way. Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, M.S., ...

It's no secret that a good night's sleep is key to a healthy brain. However, the full extent of the importance of rest on our cognitive function is still being explored. And now, new research has ...

Why is sleep so important for learning and memory? Neuroscientists from the Csicsvari group at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) provided new insight into this essential function ...

When faced with difficult tasks, sometimes people hit a mental wall and make the decision to "sleep on it." Returning to the task after sleeping, they often perform better. Why? Rhythmic brain ...

Sleep is a powerful tool for enhancing cognition, emotional resilience, longevity and creativity, according to neuroscientist Dr. Matthew Walker (onstage), who joins UT Dallas in January. MKM / ...

This year, adopt healthy habits to improve mental well-being, as suggested by a neurologist, from better focus and memory to emotional stability.

You have been creating memories since childhood and ever since you tried to commit that first fact to memory, you likely discovered ways that you could improve your memory. For example, if you lived ...

Memory acts as the invisible thread linking our past experiences to present awareness, shaping who we are and how we learn. Far from being fixed, though, memory is a dynamic system. It's constantly ...

Struggling with ongoing sleep problems could do more than leave you groggy—it may accelerate memory decline and increase the risk of dementia. This is the warning of a study that found that older ...

High-quality sleep strengthens your ability to learn, store and recall information. Better sleep habits are one of the most effective ways to support good memory. Even short naps and consistent ...