Brain Science

Dive into the fascinating world of 'Brain Science' at Brain & Life, where we unravel the mysteries of the brain and its connection to neurologic conditions. Whether you are a patient, caregiver, or simply curious about brain science, you'll find compelling content that bridges complex concepts with everyday understanding.

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Metal Health The Thyroid Gland Can Have Significant Impact on Your Brain

The thyroid—a little, butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck—can have an oversized impact on cognitive and mental health.

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Treatment How Infusion Therapy is Changing Neurologic Treatment and Patient Outcomes

Infusions can provide faster relief and more personalized treatment, but patients should be aware of trendy treatments that aren’t backed up with science.

Profiles A Look at Friedreich's Ataxia—A Rare Genetic Movement Disorder

Research Healthier Plant-Based Diet May Lower Dementia Risk

Research Exposure to Lead Before Birth May Affect Brain Health Later in Life

Research Vitamin D in Midlife Linked to Brain Health Later in Life

Research Wearable Technology's Growing Role in Monitoring Brain Health

Research Keeping Your Mind Active Throughout Life May Help Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

Advocacy Neurologists Advocate for Patients on Capitol Hill to Protect Telehealth, Brain Research, and More

Research Could Sleepless Nights Age Your Brain Faster?

Advocacy Sigma Gamma Rho and the Alzheimer’s Association Partner to Advance Brain Health Equity

Research After a Traumatic Brain Injury, Work Challenges May Last Longer Than Expected

Research New Research Suggests Higher Dementia Risk for People with Type 1 Diabetes

Research Microplastics in the Brain: What Evidence Shows (and What It Doesn’t)

Research Multiple Concussions May Affect Brain Health Years After College Sports, Study Finds

Ask Your Neurologist What is Vagus Nerve Stimulation Therapy?

Research Everyday Wearables May Offer New Insight Into Multiple Sclerosis Progression

Research Could GLP-1 Drugs Lower Epilepsy Risk in People with Diabetes?

Research Could Cheese Help Boost Brain Health? A New Study Suggests High-Fat Dairy May Lower Dementia Risk

Treatment Guidelines for Effective Treatments and Management Strategies for Functional Seizures

Research Are Driving Habits Linked to Brain Health? Study Finds Monitoring Driving Could Help Detect Cognitive Changes

Brain Wonders Visual Illusions and Hallucinations: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help

Ask Your Neurologist What are Biomarkers, and How Do They Help Neurologists Diagnose and Treat Conditions?

Health Care Manage Health Insurance Changes Without Interrupting Neurologic Care

Nutrition The Gut-Brain Connection: Why a Healthy Microbiome Is Key to Disease Prevention

Disorders What Is Tension-Type Headache?

Research Study Finds More than Half of Americans Live with a Neurological Condition

Disease Management Best Practices for Thyroid Health

Brain Wonders What is Alice in Wonderland Syndrome?