Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. author of Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World: A Guide to Balance. As we spotlight National Stress Awareness in April, it’s ...

Stress influences what we learn and remember. The hormone cortisol, which is released during stressful situations, can make emotional memories in particular stronger. But how exactly does cortisol ...

Brain health is built daily. Science, lifestyle, and nutrition can shape focus, memory, and resilience at every age.

The human body wasn’t designed to handle the relentless stress of modern life, yet millions of people are unknowingly trapped in a state of chronic physiological arousal that’s wreaking havoc on their ...

Less stress and better sleep? One brain-boosting supplement promises to deliver all that and more in pill form. Found in everyday foods like spinach, almonds, black beans, and avocados, our bodies ...

As we observe World Brain Tumor Day on June 8th, one of the most persistent misconceptions that needs addressing is the belief that stress directly causes brain tumors. While this myth continues to ...

From depression to post-traumatic stress disorder, psychedelic drugs combined with therapy might ease symptoms. Once a counterculture outcast, these drugs are undergoing a renaissance in medicine for ...

Have you ever stared blankly at a screen, forgotten simple tasks, or struggled to articulate your thoughts during a meeting? These moments of mental lapse might seem harmless at first, but when they ...

As a founder navigating the fast-paced worlds of cybersecurity, product development and digital growth, I’ve seen firsthand how constant cognitive overload affects performance—not just for me, but for ...

People describe this syndrome as hearing sudden massive sounds which include gunshots, doors slamming, fireworks exploding and thunder roaring inside their head. These sounds occur when you transition ...