Mind

For some, distance is necessary. For others, the harder — and sometimes more meaningful — work is figuring out how to stay.

Research suggests that the Mediterranean diet and certain others can lower Parkinson’s risk, while those high in ultraprocessed foods can increase it.

As more states legalize recreational marijuana use, here’s what the research says about what cannabis is really doing to your brain.

Gardening isn’t just a hobby: It can challenge your brain and help reduce your stress levels, two factors that may help stave off cognitive decline.

Making life harder sounds deeply unfun, but it might be good for your cognitive function.

Having a job that involves high levels of decision-making or creativity, rather than repetitive or manual tasks, could help keep the mind sharp and active, research shows.

Decluttering at the start of a new season can be mentally refreshing, as long as you do it right. Here’s your stress-free game plan for spring cleaning.

Two studies have found the DASH diet — either alone or combined with the Mediterranean diet — is a winner for lowering the risk of dementia.

Middle-of-the-night insomnia is common. These techniques might help.

Overthinking, worrying and ruminating can leave you mentally and physically wiped. Experts share what actually helps to turn down the volume on noisy thoughts.

You’re right, things have changed. And you may need to be flexible to re-establish a relationship with your adult child.

Research suggests that high use of social media and AI chat tools may affect your attention and memory. But there is something you can do about it.

A growing body of research shows that getting outside is good for mood and memory. Some therapists are bringing their practices outdoors to boost the benefits.

A happiness researcher and a relationship expert teamed up to write about how we can all feel more loved. They argue it’s the key to happiness.

Try to talk honestly about what money represents — security, freedom, pleasure — without turning each other into the problem.

A loss of the sense of smell or acting out one’s dreams can occur years in advance.