How exercise helps with ADHD
A growing body of research indicates that exercise may be especially helpful for people with ADHD. Here are some of the reasons why it’s worth noting....
read more
Making music helps thinking and memory in older adults
A new meta-analysis of earlier research found that music may be of benefit to older adults with cognitive decline. In addition, studies found that both listening to and active participation in music may help thinking and memory in older...
read moreHealthy hearts may mean better cognitive abilities
A new study of more than 29,000 people living in the United Kingdom found that those with a healthy heart structure and function performed significantly better in cognitive ability tests than those with a less healthy heart structure and...
read moreHigh blood pressure may be bigger dementia risk for women
Even after accounting for other risk factors, a new study found that hypertension was associated with a higher risk of dementia in women than in men....
read moreThe 411 on Dyspraxia
Also known as motor learning difficulties, perceptuomotor dysfunction and development coordination disorder (DCD), dyspraxia also affects the body’s immune and nervous systems....
read moreThe best foods for a child’s brain development
Nutrition researchers have compiled a list of foods that are full of nutrients important for brain health. Adding these foods to your child’s diet may support healthy brain development and function....
read moreTraffic-related pollution linked to dementia risk
A new study on rodents has found that exposure to traffic-related air pollution accelerated Alzheimer’s disease characteristics in subjects who express the risk gene and in wild-type rats....
read more