One of the challenges for individuals with dementia is a loss of independence that leaves them increasingly reliant on care. A new study from Umeå University in Sweden finds that exercise can [...]
For children in the United States, bicycle accidents are one of the most common causes of serious injuries—especially for children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Children [...]
Children who spend a full day in childcare may not be getting enough physical activity. A study from the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center finds that the majority of childcare centers [...]
Physical fitness is known to ease the process of aging. A new study from Japan’s University of Tsukuba has revealed that there is a direct link between brain activity and mental and physical [...]
Everyone knows that regular exercise keeps the body healthy. Research shows that exercise can keep the mind healthy, too. A new study from the Faculty of Sciences for Physical Activity and Sport [...]
Many people struggle to find the motivation to exercise. In fact, 43 percent of Americans do not exercise enough. Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania studied what can make people more [...]
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often struggle with executive functions and motor skills. A pilot from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston recently tested an [...]
For older adults, cognitive decline may seem inevitable. However, a study from the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology at the University of Illinois (UI) finds that higher [...]
Children spend around six hours per day sitting, which sitting can negatively impact their health. Some studies demonstrate that sitting is associated with an increased obesity risk, among other [...]
Looking to improve your working memory? Try dynamic exercise. A new study from the University of North Florida (UNF) Department of Psychology finds that people who participate in proprioceptively [...]