Scientists have discovered a fascinating link between creativity and cognitive impairment. In addition to producing art and literature, creativity is essential for problem-solving and adaptation. A ...

A large-scale international study found that creative activities such as music, dance, painting and even certain video games may help keep the brain biologically "younger." Researchers from 13 ...

Engaging in creative activities such as music, dance, drawing, and even certain types of video games may support healthier brain aging, according to a large international study published in Nature ...

It’s easy to dismiss just-because hobbies like painting or poetry as silly little things you do to busy your hands or find a brief escape from the drama or drudgery of life. But a new study including ...

How can you keep your brain agile and young throughout your life, even as you get older? By spending time on creative ...

Co-authored by Denise Cooper. When we learn about the theory of evolution, we often envision a vast interwoven tree that culminates with humans at the end. This perception imbues the natural world ...

Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology from Imperial College London. Her areas of expertise include health, medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. Laura holds ...

There’s a science to creativity, which is a good thing for me, because I never considered myself a very creative person. I’m a neuroscientist, raised in a family of accountants and engineers.

Bestselling author Martha Beck has tried many things over her 62 years of life to quell the anxiety that has been her constant companion since childhood. The Harvard-trained sociologist experimented ...