It is now understood that the hippocampus is closely linked to learning and memory (Doidge, 2015; Suzuki, 2015). However, this was not always the case. One prominent experiment investigating memory, ...

Since no one ever does anything worthwhile on their own, who you know is important. But what you know — and what you do with what you know — is crucial. Learning, memory, and cognitive skills are a ...

Learn about a habit that helps retirees over 70 sharpen their minds, boost independence, and protect their cognitive health.

New research explores music's impact on learning, memory, and emotions in two studies. One reveals that familiar music can enhance concentration and learning, while the other demonstrates that music ...

Six habits, supported by research in psychology and neuroscience, enhance memory: forming meaningful connections, spacing ...

In response to a growing trend where public schools are dropping the teaching of cursive, I wrote a blog post defending the value of learning cursive. 1 The new Common Core standards, adopted by 45 ...

There are plenty of science-backed ways to get smarter. You can learn several things in succession to harness the power of interleaving. You can vary the way you study. You can test yourself. You can ...

Many parents wonder why their children struggle with memory. Research suggests that memory can be improved through various ...