Understanding the ins and outs of epilepsy

Epilepsy is a family of brain disorders marked by seizures. In this Q&A, Dr. Bruce Hermann explains how the condition affects cognition.
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How SLPs help people with autism communicate better

Speech language pathologists specialize in helping kids communicate. For individuals with autism, their work can be critical.
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A life with autism

Dr. Stephen Shore was diagnosed with autism nearly 60 years ago. As he writes, his life has been richer as a result.
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What is autism?

April is Autism Acceptance Month, which means it's a great time to explain more about autism and the brain.
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How generic Viagra can treat Alzheimer’s disease

Sildenafil, a component in the generic version of Viagra, can be helpful in treating Alzheimer's disease. But why?
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What Wendy Williams teaches us about dementia

As talk show host Wendy Williams grapples with dementia, the rest of us can learn a lot about the disease.
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Broadening the understanding of Alzheimer’s Disease

In this Q&A, Dr. Heather Snyder discusses Alzheimer's Disease research and enumerates efforts to raise awareness about the disorder.
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This is your brain on love

On Valentine's Day and every other day of the year, love triggers fascinating phenomena inside our brains.
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With CTE, correlation does not equal causation

Despite what we read in the media, reports of the connection between concussions and CTE may be greatly exaggerated.
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