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Memory and Sleep: How Sleep Cognition Can Change the Waking Mind for the Better
It all begins with an idea.In our fast-paced, always-connected world, sleep is often sacrificed in favor of productivity. But what if the key to sharper memory, better problem-solving, and improved emotional well-being lies in those quiet hours of rest?
Neurogenesis: An Overview
For a long time, scientists believed that the brain stopped producing new neurons after childhood. However groundbreaking research has revealed that certain areas of the adult brain continue to generate new neurons through a process called neurogenesis.
The Role of Exercise and Physical Activity on Aging-Related Diseases and Geriatric Syndromes
We all know that regular exercise is good for us — but its impact on aging is even more powerful than many realize.
Why Do Taxi Drivers Have a Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s?
Could navigating a city by memory help protect against Alzheimer’s? A fascinating Time Magazine article explores this question through the lens of London cab drivers—who appear to have a significantly lower risk of developing the disease.