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When you get lost in a book, you often enter a trance-like state similar to meditation and that state is deeply protective.” ...

A new study has discovered a direct link between the number of milliseconds it takes a child’s brain to process the form of a printed word and how well that child understands what they are reading.

The average American checks their phone over 140 times a day, clocking an average of 4.5 hours of daily use, with 57% of ...

Passive activities such as watching television have been linked to worse memory and cognitive skills, while 'active sitting' ...

Avid readers know that even a few minutes with a favorite book genre is enough to help whisk you away from your own troubles ...

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Reading is a simple yet powerful habit that boosts brain health and mental well-being. Experts say it reduces stress, improves focus, supports better sleep, and helps prevent cognitive decline.

Share on Pinterest Could creative pursuits, such as playing a musical instrument, help delay brain aging? Image credit: Westend61/Getty Images Past research shows that engaging in creative activities ...