Whether you're struggling with work or feeling overwhelmed by everyday stress, keeping your mind active can help you feel calmer.
When it comes to mental health, keeping your brain active has become more important than ever. "Differencing, so keeping ourselves busy, helps us focus on the 'here' and 'now' and distracts us from our worries," Dr. Divyansu Patel, a specialist in psychiatry.
Apps, which can range from solving puzzles to learning foreign languages, can make a big difference in everyday life.
From stress to meditation and inspiration: Here are some of the best apps to keep your brain active
Best Overall : Lumosity
Best for free options: Duolingo
Best for reducing anxiety: Calm
Best for Strengthening Cognitive Skills: PsychologyCompass
Best for meditations: Headspace
Best for stress reduction: Ten Percent Happier
Best for awareness: Insight Timer
Best for inspiration: TED
Best for Productivity: Forest
Best for bonding: Words With Friends
Best for Puzzles: Chess – Play and Learn
