Who Really Gains from Brain Training?
Despite skepticism, research shows how cognitive exercises benefit cancer survivors, children with attention deficits, people with schizophrenia and others
Stories by Dan Hurley
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Will a Nicotine Patch Make You Smarter? [Excerpt]
On a quest to make his brain work better, a writer delves into the evidence for why the world’s most notorious alkaloid may be the best bet for a true cognitive enhancer
