A researcher at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is shedding new light on the powerful connection between the heart and the brain, revealing that it’s ...

Youth with related behavior challenges may have trouble moving between different brain states, according to a new study from ...

Gut health affects far more than digestion. A complex gut‑brain network constantly sends signals that shape mood, sleep and ...

The secret to a healthier and "younger" heart lies in the vagus nerve. A recent study coordinated by the Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies in Pisa and published in Science Translational Medicine ...

New research shows that encapsulated probiotics improve memory, while non-encapsulated powder is better for reducing anxiety ...

Many parents think the school years matter most for neurological development, but a UVA expert says the biggest gains start much earlier.

Photo-Illustration by Chloe Dowling for TIME (Source Images: eranicle/Getty Images, ItziesDesign/Kipzy Kipza via Canva, Kimberling Jaramillo via Canva) For years, mental health was seen as something ...

Humans are social beings, and it shouldn’t be surprising that there are specific groups of nerve cells in the brain that are directly influenced by social experiences. One important mechanism ...

The good news? You don’t need to run a marathon or learn rocket science. From puzzles to knitting and music, there are plenty of sofa-friendly hobbies that could give your brain a meaningful workout.

Brain scans reveal falling in love floods the brain with dopamine, quiets critical judgment, and later shifts to ...

What if the key to better intimacy, sharper memory, and longer life begins in your brain? Discover the science linking love, desire, and the five pillars of brain health.