Having a sharp memory isn’t just about genetics — it’s about how you care for your brain every day. Whether you’re a student ...

New MIT research reveals sleep deprivation causes brain fluid waves to intrude into wakefulness, leading to attention lapses. This \"brain cleaning\" p ...

An increasing number of young adults are reporting problems with memory, focus, and concentration, issues once associated ...

Certain vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats benefit brain health by supporting nerve function, protecting brain cells from damage, and improving focus.

During menopause, researchers also notice more bright spots on brain scans known as white-matter hyperintensities. These ...

You walk into a room and forget why. You reread the same sentence three times. You feel like your brain is buffering. If any of that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Brain fog—once dismissed as a ...

Sometimes, particularly during periods of stress, brain fog can hit hard. You may space out on a task, forget what you were doing, or struggle to follow a conversation. Brain fog can be disorienting, ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Photo-Illustration by Chloe Dowling for TIME (Source Images: Kateryna Kon—Science Photo Library/Getty Images, Jena Ardell—Getty Images) Haupt is a health ...

Air pollution doesn't just harm your lungs; it may also damage your brain. Experts explain how smog exposure during outdoor ...