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You might’ve heard that doing the daily crossword puzzle is good for your brain. It certainly is a nice way to keep your mind busy. But the truth is, crosswords may only help strengthen a particular ...

McGill University researchers found training your brain in a specific, targeted, computerized way can produce important ...

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The study suggests that activating the brain’s reward system before vaccination can enhance antibody production.