Brain drain is common, but new treatments are working to heal the affliction that is often caused by overwork and ...

The brain works like a muscle. Thinking, learning, and practicing a skill literally causes structural adaptations in our brains. For instance, scientists examining musicians’ and non-musicians’ brains ...

High temperatures do more than make you uncomfortable. Research shows that heat impairs memory, attention, and ...

It is well known that walking while talking may be challenging, but does merely keeping a future intention in mind (i.e., prospective memory, PM), even without execution, impose cognitive costs on ...

We perceive emotions daily through facial expressions, often accompanied by a body posture that provide additional emotional context. Congruent facial and bodily expressions (conveying the same ...

A growing body of research suggests strength training can help preserve cognition and improve brain health as you age. Experts explain the best way to work strength training into your routine.

In 2011, a study of Israeli judges found that in the early sessions of the day, prisoners had roughly a 65% chance of parole. By the end of each session, that probability had fallen to nearly zero.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. AI researcher working with the UN and others to drive social change. Oct 20, 2025, 05:19am EDT A humorous animated brain character ...