Matt Villano, Author at BrainWise Media

Matt Villano is the Managing Editor of BrainWise.

The psychology of New Year’s resolutions

There’s a reason New Year’s resolutions are hard to keep. There’s also a better, scientifically proven way to establish goals for the future.

Sleep is an essential function for our bodies and our brains. But why?

Sleep ‘zebras’ can lead to disordered sleep and poor brain health, making early detection and treatment critical.

Billy Kennedy was a winning basketball coach. Now he’s part of a study to develop a winning new treatment for Parkinson’s disease.

Many caregivers who selflessly spend time and energy helping loved ones with cognitive decline need care too.

Scientists have wondered if we can train brains to change without surgical or pharmaceutical intervention. Brain training may be the answer.

Neurofeedback is a therapeutic intervention that aims to teach patients how to regulate and improve brain function. But does it work?

Researchers continue to investigate the what, why, and how behind older adults with cognitive abilities of younger folks

As people age, ample and quality sleep is important for healthy development of both the body and the mind.

Data could change the face of neuropsychology down the road. It also might enable doctors to deliver treatments proactively.