Jobs characterized by cognitive complexity reinforce healthy brain reserves while repetitive occupations, especially in loud environments, can lead to mental decline, says Amanda Sonnega at U-M’s Institute for Social Research. Fear not: She has some ‘occupational interventions’ to share.

The gap between income and achievement in school is well documented, but new research finds physiological differences in our poorest children’s brains.

New findings hold promise for victims of dementia, Lou Gehrig’s disease.

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