From the complexity of neural networks to basic biological functions and structures, the human brain only reluctantly reveals its secrets. Advances in neuro-imaging and molecular biology have only ...

The vagus nerve sits at the crossroads of brain–body communication, shaping how we regulate stress, inflammation and core physiological functions. While the vagus nerve profoundly influences health ...

Normal aging is characterized by deficits in the cognitive domains of learning, memory and executive function. Specifically, ...

While the definitive causes remain unclear, several genetic and environmental factors increase the likelihood of autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, a group of conditions covering a "spectrum" of ...

Normal aging is characterized by deficits in the cognitive domains of learning, memory and executive function. Specifically, there are age-related changes in recall of information, speed of processing ...

Brain exercises may help boost and maintain brain function. Memory games, learning new skills, crosswords, and even video games may help. Certain activities may help boost brain function and ...

Small studies suggest that people with migraine may exhibit slight differences in brain structure and function compared to people who don’t have this neurological condition. Structural changes, such ...