A new study is the first to show that two of our most sophisticated cognitive functions, using and understanding language and being able to sense how other people feel, have distinct origins in the ...

Researchers discover that language and Theory of Mind originate in separate brain regions in children, challenging theories of overlapping cognitive development.

New research suggests that acute stress may impair key brain functions involved in managing emotions -- particularly in people living with 'distress disorders' such as depression, anxiety, and ...

These four hands-on activities guide students to explore how their attention and memory function and how that impacts ...

A nasal spray using extracellular vesicles can reduce brain inflammation, restore cell function, and improve cognition, ...

HEPA, high efficiency particulate air, is a form of air purifier that removes or reduces harmful particle matter from the air ...

Fat is an essential nutrient. Learn why it's so important for your brain, the best types to eat, and where to find them in your diet.

An often-ignored type of cell in the brain plays a dynamic and surprisingly complex role in our ability to process information, according to new research. An often-ignored type of cell in the brain ...

Advances in brain imaging technology have expanded the ability of medical professionals to observe neurological activity associated with cognitive function. Imaging tools allow clinicians to study ...

I've always wondered what exactly happens inside my brain after a sleepless night. Why does everything feel harder—thinking ...