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brain activity

How to grow a youthful brain

Low-intensity activities like gardening and dancing could help retain brain volume, ultimately slowing the effects of age.

Loss of spouse could trigger brain decline

People who already show signs of Alzheimer's are at heightened risk.

Illiteracy—a dementia risk?

The ability to read and write allows people to engage in 'cognitively enriching' activities that exercise the brain.

Givers really are happier than takers

Even small acts of generosity trigger a brain boost.

Why people with autism avoid eye contact

Direct gaze stresses part of the brain tied to social behavior.

What happens when you’re hypnotized?

Scientists find three distinct changes occur in the brain when under hypnosis.