Can the brain rewire itself?

Can using brain training apps really keep your grey matter in good shape or is it just wishful thinking? We put the best to the test

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Embodiment

Somehow, we’ve seriously underestimated confidence. While most of us likely want more of it (only 16 per cent of us describe ourselves as ‘very confident’, according to a YouGov survey), many of us do

No nonsense trends, no impossible goals, just simple, straightforward advice for good health-keeping. This month… From stress-related cortisol to ‘orgasmic’ oxytocin, Polly Vernon shares all she’s learned about hormonal health