Part personal narrative, part primer on the science of memory, and part exploration of the implications of cutting-edge brain research, it’s an odd but intriguing volume. I was curious to read it in ...

Brain scans show a spot in the cerebellum attuned specifically to words, expanding on studies that point to the region's ...

Reading is often seen as a form of relaxation, but research shows that this habit can have an impact on both brain health and life expectancy.

Over time, these cascading effects contribute to a growing burden on the person, their family and the health-care system. As people live longer — but not necessarily healthier lives — the cost of ...