Psychology suggests people who keep a favorite song playlist for hard days aren't sentimental. They're preserving a fast route back to emotional steadinessPsychology reveals why familiar songs become our go-to during tough times. These tunes act as powerful memory triggers, instantly bringing ...
28 May, 2026, 07.01 PM IST
Word of the Day: CircumambientWord of the Day: As language evolves to meet the demands of speed and simplicity, words like ‘circumambient’ preserve a sense of its origin...
10 May, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Why do couples fight in the car? Psychology says it’s not normal — and this hidden pattern could be quietly damaging your relationshipSurveys conducted in Europe and the UK indicate that most couples argue in the car at least once a month, with a notable share reporting co...
09 May, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
How birdwatching trains the brain to focus faster and remember betterBirdwatching sharpens observation and memory. New research shows it can physically change the brain. Years of identifying birds lead to str...
08 May, 2026, 11.40 AM IST
Child enrichment can cost Rs 1 lakh/year: Here’s how to fund your child’s preschool activity classes—from dance, music to phonicsFrom phonics to piano, music to drama, activity classes for pre-schoolers are growing fast—and so is the cost of raising a well-rounded chi...
27 Apr, 2026, 10.46 AM IST
Identifying a forgotten tuneResearch shows that the human brain can recognise familiar music in just 100-300 milliseconds, thanks to fast temporal circuitry that locks...
12 Dec, 2025, 10.47 AM IST
Want to unlock your brain’s hidden potential? Here are the ways to stay sharp, boost memory, and enhance mental agility at any ageKeeping your brain sharp is vital for everyone. Simple daily activities like puzzles, card games, and learning new skills can significantly...
09 Dec, 2025, 12.12 PM IST
Research says playing musical instrument boosts brain health in later lifeContinuing to play a musical instrument, particularly the piano, into later life has been associated with a sharper brain, according to a r...
31 Jan, 2024, 07.51 PM IST
Can listening to sad music help in tough times? New research finds outMusic has a powerful ability to affect our emotions, according to new research.
17 Jan, 2023, 06.49 PM IST
Menopause can be tough. But, music can ease mood swings and depression, says studyStudy suggests that music is instrumental in managing menopause.
27 Jan, 2022, 03.57 PM IST
Sense of surprise: 'Mozart effect' can be theraputic for patients with epilepsySonata for Two Pianos in D Major K448 is known for its effects on brain activity.
17 Sep, 2021, 05.50 PM IST
Magic of melody: Music therapy can ease anxiety disorders, and speeds up recovery tooUsing music to get better, both mentally and physically, can pay rich dividends.
10 Apr, 2019, 10.34 AM IST
Myth busted: Playing Sudoku may not prevent age-related cognitive declineIt can boost mental abilities over a lifetime.
13 Dec, 2018, 06.50 PM IST
How neuroscience is reinventing music therapyClassical music can contribute to helping children learn how to both process and react to sensory stimulation.
02 Jul, 2017, 11.38 AM IST
Want to be agile at work? Playing an instrument helps you stay alert in meetingsMusicians have faster reaction times to sensory stimuli than non-musicians have.
11 Jan, 2017, 06.53 PM IST
13 science-backed signs you're smarter than averageWithout administering an impromptu IQ test, there are certain clues you can use to gauge a person's relative intelligence.
28 Nov, 2015, 03.59 PM IST
Five hobbies that actually make you smarterWe’ve all heard of brain-sharpening exercises, mental math tricks that help, but aren’t they too boring and tedious to do every day?
16 Nov, 2015, 03.55 PM IST