A large-scale international study found that creative activities such as music, dance, painting and even certain video games may help keep the brain biologically "younger." Researchers from 13 ...

The spark of creativity, that seemingly mysterious capacity to generate novel and valuable ideas, has intrigued humanity for centuries. Once attributed primarily to divine inspiration or innate genius ...

Research on 1,400 brain scans found that a creative outlet can shave around five years off your brain age. Regular readers of my columns will know that I am something of a booster for hobbies. This ...

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Engaging in creative experiences such as music, dance, visual arts, and even specific video games can slow brain aging and promote healthier brain function, according to a trailblazing international ...

Share on Pinterest Could creative pursuits, such as playing a musical instrument, help delay brain aging? Image credit: Westend61/Getty Images Past research shows that engaging in creative activities ...

But even I, a dedicated pro-hobby partisan, may have missed out on another huge benefit of finding yourself a creative outlet. Not only do hobbies bring you joy and success, a new study finds they ...