As a neurobiologist trained in brain physiology, a fitness enthusiast and a mom, I spend hours at the local pool during the summer. It’s not unusual to see children gleefully splashing and swimming ...

National Puzzle Day is tomorrow, and if you’re looking for a new challenge for your kids to keep their minds sharp, or need a break from screens, we’ve got you covered with some great, new puzzles.

Remember jumping rope on the playground? That simple activity you enjoyed as a kid turns out to be one of the most powerful brain-boosting exercises you can do. While most people pick up a jump rope ...

Keeping young children entertained, especially on cold or rainy days, can be challenging, but Wendy Collingwood, Purdue Extension childcare educator, has some tricks up her sleeve.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Justin Lambert via Getty Images The maxim “movement is medicine” exists for a reason. When done safely and properly, physical ...

Did you know that playing visual games for ten minutes daily improves your memory? Solving picture puzzles every day builds your deep focus and keeps your mind sharp. To spot the differences in ...

Want to give your brain a boost for tomorrow? Get in a little pulse-pounding exercise today, a new study shows. In a finding that suggests the benefits of exercise may linger longer than believed, ...

Neuropsychiatric diseases are health conditions that can negatively impact the brain. Examples can include Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, as well as depression, anxiety, and some ...