Drinking coffee too late can disrupt sleep. The best time to drink coffee varies based on genetics and caffeine sensitivity.

Tommy Graves believed his acrobatics were being broadcast to millions, in reality, his only audience were the nurses monitoring him in the psychiatric ward.

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A Georgia Tech researcher is turning flickering light and sound into a new tool in the fight against Alzheimer’s, using rhythmic sensory stimulation to “tune” brain waves, boost memory, and ...

Senior staff writer Anna Mammarelli argues that instrumental music boosts focus while lyrics distract and fuel cultural overstimulation.

Sleeping on a problem might be more powerful than we ever imagined. Neuroscientists at Northwestern University have shown that dreams can actually be nudged in specific directions — and those dream ...

August Ponthier. Brent Faiyaz. Jill Scott's first album in more than a decade. NPR Music's Stephen Thompson is joined by Nastia Voynovskaya from KQED in San Francisco to chat about their favorite ...

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AriesIt may seem hard to be happy at work because of all the work you have to do, but to stay motivated, focus on the small ...

A brief afternoon nap may reset key brain processes, helping the mind stay flexible, focused, and ready to learn.

Focusing on the moment after you wake up and the way you breathe can make an enormous impact on your life, says Master Shi Heng Yi, because “so many things are made to pour the attention and energy ...

Many people find that sleeping with the TV on helps them sleep. However, experts generally agree that this isn’t a good idea. Sleeping with the TV on increases your exposure to blue light, which can ...