Fact checked by Jennifer Klump About the Author Dr. Smita Patel is an integrative neurologist and is affiliated with Endeavor ...

Getting enough quality sleep is essential to strong memory function. Understanding the sleep-memory connection may help you learn to prioritize sleep and improve your memory.

Past studies show that sleep apnea can increase a person’s risk for several conditions, including neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers from the University of Miami have found ...

A recent study published in the BMJ explores the impact of lifestyle and health conditions on the prevalence and incidence of cognitive decline. Study: Sleep duration, chronotype, health and lifestyle ...

Some changes in memory and cognition are a natural part of aging. However, it can become a more significant concern for some people and could disrupt daily life when it’s more severe. According to a ...

Getting "a good night's sleep" is a phrase we are all familiar with. Sleep and its "quality" are things many of us struggle with. Sleep is a hugely studied research topic. Just typing "sleep" as a ...

A 2023 study found that shorter sleep duration causes reduced brain cortical thickness. Sleep disorders increase the risk of Alzheimer’s, stroke, and cognitive decline. Chronic sleep deprivation ...

“Essentially, the brain loses its ability to regulate emotions effectively, making us more irritable, anxious, or prone to ...

Our brain is the command center of the body, responsible for everything from memory and decision making to emotions and movement. Yet many everyday habits quietly damage the brain and its neural ...