Maintaining physical health as a body ages is an important consideration, and often one of the first things that comes to ...

GRANDPARENTS who care for their grandchildren on a frequent basis could be at lower risk of developing dementia, say ...

A new study led by UCLA investigators shows that Verbal Reaction Time (VRT), the amount of time it takes a person to respond ...

For example, increasing vigorous physical activity from one to three times per month to once per week was linked to a measurable slowing of cognitive decline. Even increasing moderate physical ...

A study reveals that sustained physical activity slows cognitive decline in older adults. Data from over 13,000 participants showed that regular, long-term activity reduces cognitive decline.

It's never too late to pick up one of these hobbies that have been scientifically shown to increase longevity.

Q: I’ve heard that keeping my brain active, with word games, crossword puzzles, reading and other activities, will help prevent memory loss as I get older. Is that true? Are some activities ...

Sharpen your memory Brain exercises boost cognition. Memory games, learning new skills, crosswords, and even video games may enhance brain function and protect against decline. Here are some ...

Recent study shows mentally engaging sedentary activities like reading and crafting can enhance cognitive health, while passive ones may accelerate decline.

As people age, they tend to face concerns on cognitive abilities and memory. Adult and elderly Filipinos are no exception to cognitive impairment, which is why it’s important that they manage ...

Some 2.3 million of U.S. adults older than 65 — more than 4% — have a diagnosis of dementia. But even without a diagnosis, a certain amount of cognitive decline is normal as age sets in.

Brain-training games remain unproven, but research shows what activities do benefit cognitive functioning by Ian McDonough and Michael Dulas, The Conversation ...