The way your brain ages depends on a mix of health and lifestyle factors. Recent research has uncovered insights into the ...

New research uncovers how declining protein clearance mechanisms with age lead to Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other ...

A new study published today in JAMA Network Open explores the effects of both recent and lifetime cannabis use on brain ...

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"Aging is a widely recognized risk factor for numerous brain diseases, including neurodegenerative disorders and brain tumors," said Martin Škandík, lead researcher of the study. "Our findings ...

Beyond normal memory loss lies a dangerous reality. Discover how everyday habits and overlooked health conditions may be ...

Female mammals typically carry two X chromosomes — one from each parent — and a new study suggests that the maternal X is linked to faster brain aging. The X chromosome passed from mom to ...

In a study of Hispanic/Latino adults, adhering closely to a Mediterranean-style diet appeared to improve brain health, ...

Now, a major suite of scientific reviews published in the journal Neuron has tried to answer those questions by taking stock of current understanding of brain aging, and how the risk of age-related ...

Age-related brain atrophy, the gradual loss of neurons and shrinkage of brain tissue, is a natural part of aging, which can ...

"We found that such factors could impact brain development and/or aging, which ultimately affects the mental processes involved in thinking, remembering and problem solving, among others.