How do social media ‘likes’ affect the teenage brain?  Featured
How do social media ‘likes’ affect the teenage brain?
The positive reinforcement activates the same brain circuits that are turned on by eating chocolate and winning money.
Could green light relieve migraine headache pain? 
Could green light relieve migraine headache pain?
Many people find forests and greeneries relaxing. A new study suggests the color may have a neuropsychiatric effect.
Is talking hands-free while driving safe? 
Is talking hands-free while driving safe?
While Bluetooth devices and talking on speaker phones may make you feel safer, the danger is in the distraction.
Midlife fitness reduces risk of stroke later in life 
Midlife fitness reduces risk of stroke later in life
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. New research shows physical activity in midlife could pay big dividends.
What is aphasia?  Featured
What is aphasia?
About one-third of strokes result in a neurological disorder that impacts one’s ability to communicate. Learn more.
Chronic stress may be changing the structure of your brain 
Chronic stress may be changing the structure of your brain
New research shows that an experimental drug may help prevent changes in the amygdala, which controls emotions. Learn more.
Some ‘brain foods’ can lower your risk of Alzheimer’s 
Some ‘brain foods’ can lower your risk of Alzheimer’s
The neurological disorder is the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S., but diet can help stave off the disease.