Our memories are valuable, yet they aren't always reliable. What we remember — and what we forget — often feels random, and it can be disappointing when our memory seems to let us down. While many ...

Wondering how to get a good memory? Not only can this habit help you preserve it as much as possible as you age, but it can even improve it along the way. Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, M.S., ...

Why is sleep so important for learning and memory? Neuroscientists from the Csicsvari group at the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) provided new insight into this essential function ...

While sleep's positive impact on cognition has long been recognized, Baycrest researchers have revealed that a good night's sleep may actively enhance memory rather than simply protect it from decline ...

When faced with difficult tasks, sometimes people hit a mental wall and make the decision to "sleep on it." Returning to the task after sleeping, they often perform better. Why? Rhythmic brain ...

Ever wish there were an easy way to sharpen your memory, ease stress, sleep soundly and add happy, healthy years to your life ...

In 1959, New York DJ Peter Tripp became a test subject for sleep’s effects. His 201-hour wakeathon made him see spiders in his shoes and question his identity. This shows why sleep is essential, not ...

This year, adopt healthy habits to improve mental well-being, as suggested by a neurologist, from better focus and memory to emotional stability.

For some, naps are restorative, but for others, they derail a whole day—and night. Sleep doctors share the best way to take a ...

High-quality sleep strengthens your ability to learn, store and recall information. Better sleep habits are one of the most effective ways to support good memory. Even short naps and consistent ...