Working memory is a cognitive function that is essential for carrying out everyday activities and temporarily retaining information.

New research from scientists around the globe has produced the strongest evidence to date that there are two separate cognitive systems. Three unrelated studies from March of 2014 offer new clues to ...

We always have information stored and worked on in our brains, but not all the memories that we form are memories that we are able to consciously recollect. Studies in neuroscience reveal that some ...

A new study explores the effects of both recent and lifetime cannabis use on brain function during cognitive tasks. The study, the largest of its kind ever to be completed, examined the effects of ...

Brain workouts can enhance and preserve brain function. Activities like acquiring new skills, solving puzzles, and even playing video games can boost memory and improve brain connectivity. These ...