Doing something creative and novel can give you a sense of purpose and keep your brain agile. Research suggests you can practice creativity just like any other skill, said Jonathan Schooler, a distinguished professor of psychological...
Ependymal cells produce CSF (cerebrospinal fluid), which is located within the ventricles of the brain and in the subarachnoid space that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. Aside from allowing the brain to float in the skull, CSF acts as a cushion against traumaand also helps wash away some...
综合性任务What happens to our brain as we age? Traditionally it is thought that age leads to a steady decline of brain function, but new research in Topics in Cognitive Science argues that older brains may take longer to process ever increasing amounts of knowledge, and this has often been...
A National Forum on Brain Health, underwritten by a grant from MetLife Foundation, was held on March 13 during the 2013 Aging in America Conference and focused on the latest scientific findings about the relationship of brain function to lifestyle. The Forum was inspired by the Summer 2011 ...
Aging typically brings with it many physical, cognitive, and emotional changes. While some of these changes can be treated and managed with medical care,Alzheimer’s diseaseis a condition that may not be addressed as easily. It usually involves changes in the brain that can affect me...
Regular Brainstorming: Brainstorming is a popular problem solving technique in which ideas for solutions to a problem are solicited and allowed to flow spontaneously with every idea taken into account and given consideration. Brainstorming is most often used in group situations and can be effective ...
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This review focuses on recent evidence highlighting the importance of white matter in deciphering the course of “normal” brain aging.This is a preview of subscription content, log in via an institution to check access. Similar content being viewed by others...
The intersection of psychology with neuroscience brings forth a deeper exploration of the biological underpinnings of human behavior. Behavioral neuroscience delves into the relationship between brain function and psychological processes, uncovering insights into addiction, memory formation, emotions, and more....
“As we get older, it is normal to see signs of cognitive aging just like it’s normal to see the physical signs of your body aging, like moving slower or more aches and pains,” Boyle says. Brain shrinkage does accelerate when you’re older ...