Binge drinking in adolescence may alter brain, affect memory
Adolescence and young adulthood are periods of continued biological and psychosocial maturation.
Jul 19, 2017, 17:52 PM IST
'Brain training' app may improve memory
Cognitive training has shown some benefits, such as speed of attentional processing, for patients with aMCI, but training packages are typically repetitive and boring, affecting patients' motivation.
Jul 03, 2017, 13:58 PM IST
Eating chocolate may boost cognitive skills in elderly
Chocolate's benefits can be attributed to cocoa bean, which is its main ingredient and a rich source of flavanols -- a class of natural compounds that has neuroprotective effects, the study said.
Jun 30, 2017, 13:51 PM IST
African plant extract could help treat Alzheimer's disease: Study
The new study has shown that the extract taken from the leaves, stem and roots of Carpolobia lutea could help to protect chemical messengers in the brain which play a vital role in functions, including memory and learning.
Jun 21, 2017, 20:29 PM IST
Gene find could lead to treatment for memory loss
A study at the Peter O`Donnell Jr. Brain Institute includes the results of a new strategy to identify genes that underlie specific brain processes. This strategy may eventually help scientists develop treatments for patients with memory impairments.
Jun 01, 2017, 14:30 PM IST
Grey matter density increases during adolescence: Study
Grey matter is found in regions of the brain responsible for muscle control, sensory perception such as seeing and hearing, memory, emotions, speech, decision making, and self-control.
May 27, 2017, 01:11 AM IST
New treatments for brain damage in the offing
The study suggests that rather than a single circuit being responsible for memory enhancement there are distinct independent circuits each capable of supporting the same enhancement.
May 16, 2017, 21:24 PM IST
Rosemary aroma has the power to boost memory in children, says study
Rosemary oil is often used for indigestion, relieving flatulence, stomach cramps, constipation, and bloating. It is also thought to relieve symptoms of dyspepsia and is an appetite stimulant.
May 03, 2017, 16:27 PM IST
Over 100 genes linked to memory in humans identified
The study is part of the nascent but growing field of "imaging genetics," which aims to relate genetic variation to variation in brain anatomy and function.
Mar 28, 2017, 00:42 AM IST
Insulin resistance linked to rapid decline in cognitive performance
The study, by Tel Aviv University, finds that both diabetic and non-diabetic subjects with insulin resistance experienced accelerated cognitive decline in executive function and memory.
Mar 23, 2017, 10:50 AM IST
Daily consumption of probiotics may impair memory!
But for rats on a healthy diet, the probiotics had little impact on microbial diversity and actually impaired recognition memory.
Mar 15, 2017, 15:35 PM IST
Memory augmentation possible through electrical stimulation: Study
The team found that applying a weak electrical current through the scalp helped to align different parts of the brain, synchronising their brain waves and enabling them to keep the same beat.
Mar 15, 2017, 13:42 PM IST
'Pink noise' can help oldies sleep their way to better memory
This is an innovative, simple and safe non-medication approach that may help improve brain health.
Mar 12, 2017, 15:36 PM IST
Do you wish to have super-sized memory? Training can give you that in just 40 days!
After 40 days of daily 30-minute training sessions using a strategic memory improvement technique, people who had typical memory skills at the start and no previous memory training more than doubled their capacity.
Mar 09, 2017, 16:11 PM IST
Brain health: Five tips that will boost your memory power
Here are some simple tips and tricks to sharpen your brain and thinking power.
Feb 16, 2017, 12:07 PM IST
Cats may be as intelligent as dogs – They just choose to keep a low profile
Scientists from Japan claim that cats are as sharp as dogs at certain memory tests, which gives a hint that they might nigt as smart.
Jan 27, 2017, 14:18 PM IST
Cats may be as intelligent as dogs: Japanese scientists
The researchers suggest cats may remember for much longer periods than the short time tested.
Jan 26, 2017, 00:26 AM IST
Alzheimer's disease: Meditation, music may help reverse early memory loss in older adults
For the study, researchers analysed 60 older adults who were assigned to either a beginner meditation (Kirtan Kriya) or music listening programme and asked to practice 12 minutes/day for 12 weeks.
Jan 23, 2017, 12:47 PM IST
Brain stimulation used like a scalpel can improve memory, says study
A new study has found that non-invasive brain stimulations can work like a scalpel to improve the precise memory of a human.
Jan 22, 2017, 23:00 PM IST
This drug may boost memory in patients suffering from depression - Read
Almost all patients with depression experience problems with concentration, memory and attention.
Jan 17, 2017, 18:58 PM IST