Young drivers say it's "almost impossible" for them to concentrate on driving and road conditions without listening to music while on the road. Read More
Older adults can be more focused, less mentally restless, and not as impeded by anxiety than those in younger generations. Read More
Increased alpha waves in the prefrontal cortex and decreased P3 activity in the parietal cortex are potential neural biomarkers for breaks in our attention span. Read More
Study sheds light on the brain chemistry involved in attention loss when a person drinks alcohol. Read More
Study identifies a key role locus coeruleus neurons play in attentional control. Read More
A new study reveals a correlation between multimedia multitasking, memory loss, and difficulties in maintaining attention. Read More
Children who learn to play musical instruments have an edge over their non-musical peers when it comes to learning, memory, and attention. Those who learn musical instruments showed greater activity in the inferior frontal gyrus and the supramarginal gyrus, which are parts of the "phonological loop". The phonological loop is associated with working memory involved in auditory processing. Researchers say learning an instrument also has positive implications on creativity and quality of life overall for children. Read More
Non-invasive brain stimulation technology may enhance the human system's ability for rapid and adaptive decision making. Read More
Aerobic exercise for up to one hour at moderate to high intensity improves memory, attention, and learning for up to two hours. Read More
Researchers identify three populations of neurons in layer 6 of the cortex that contribute to alertness. Read More
Toddlers who frequently use touchscreen technology may have an edge over their peers who are not routinely exposed to the technology when it comes to visual search abilities. Read More
In socially awkward situations when a person is caught staring and averts their eyes, a third-party observer does not reflexively follow their gaze. The brain tells the observer there is no significance to the location where the embarrassed person has turned their attention. Read More
