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Professor Barbara Sahakian and Dr Christelle Langley share tips for a healthy brain in BBC Science Focus

9 November 2026 Fellows

From catching up with friends to learning a new skill, everyday activities can play a part in keeping our brains healthy. In a recent article for BBC Science Focus, Clare Hall Fellow Professor Barbara Sahakian and Affiliated Postdoctoral Member Dr Christelle Langley explore seven habits that can support brain health and wellbeing.

Drawing on their book, Brain Boost: Healthy Habits for a Happier Life, they discuss the importance of exercise, sleep, healthy eating and social connection, alongside mindfulness, continued learning and managing time on our phones. They also share how the research has encouraged them to make changes in their own lives, offering practical ideas for readers to try.

Read the full article on BBC Science Focus.

Credit: Annie Zhang, Cambridge University Press