Last year we asked "Will Taking Ginkgo Biloba Help My Memory?" and concluded: »more»

In a lengthy and detailed article, the Los Angeles Times has summarized the state of the war on Alzheimer's disease. It's not pretty and can be summed up in one sentence, "Scientists still aren't sure what causes the disease or how to cure it." »more»

When one parent has dementia, your risk of developing the dementia triples. But what if both of your parents have it? »more»

A provocative study on aging and emotional stability was published last summer in the Journal of Neuroscience and reported in the Los Angeles Times. In short it found that healthy, older people "are less bothered by things and are more in control of their reactions to fear." »more»

Editor's Note: As part of LifeTwo's Happiness Week we asked Alvaro Fernandez of neuroscience site SharpBrains to explain what neuroscientists think about the concept of happiness and what their research tells us about our quest to become happier. You'll see that there are significant linkages between the two. »more»

A new study links a cholesterol-lowering statin with a lower incidence of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. »more»

Can you figure out which final panel to this cartoon is supposed to be funny? »more»

The sharp, alert, and mentally stimulating folks at SharpBrains has a fascinating interview with Dr. Yaakov Stern, one of the leading researchers of the cognitive reserve theory. »more»

If you're worried about Alzheimer's disease, you should be concerned about Mild Cognitive Impairment first. That's because it's a leading indicator of serious problems. An understanding of MCI will help distinguish things you should worry about from normal aging. »more»

Use it or lose it. We've all heard that phrase about a million times, but when it comes to your brain, it's good advice. »more»