People may solidify the memory of skills they have just learned if they take a short rest immediately afterward, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The researchers said that the results of the study, published in the journal Current Biology, highlighted the critical role that rest may play in learning. “Everyone thinks you… Continue reading Want to Learn A New Skill? Try Taking Some Short Breaks
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Uncovering Why Playing A Musical Instrument Can Protect The Brain
Researchers have made a discovery that could pave the way for brain-rehabilitation interventions through musical training. A recent study conducted at Baycrest Health Sciences, in Toronto, focused on why playing a musical instrument can help older adults retain their listening skills and ward off age-related cognitive declines. The research was published in the Journal of… Continue reading Uncovering Why Playing A Musical Instrument Can Protect The Brain