A small electrical zap to the brain could help you retrieve a forgotten memory
Using non-invasive transcranial direct current stimulation to target the left rostrolateral prefrontal cortex improves memory retrieval.... Read More...
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Measuring Speed of Mental Replay of Movies Gives Insight into Accessing Memories
Study reports people access fully detailed memories at different speeds and levels of detail, often accessing older information first. Findings could help developing treatments for those with PTSD, researchers say.... Read More...
How a Nap Can Enhance False Memories in One Half of the Brain
Napping influences memory in the right hemisphere of the brain, inducing false memories in a word recall test, researchers report. ... Read More...
How The Brain Connects Memories Across Time: Mouse Study
Researchers report they have discovered how the mouse brain links different memories over time.... Read More...
Need to Remember Something? Try Drawing It
A new study reports drawing helps you to recall words better than writing the words down.... Read More...
Remember The Good Times: Memory May Aid Emotional Regulation
According to researchers, episodic memory may be important for helping middle aged and older adults to recover from negative events.... Read More...
Unpredictability Improves Memory Recall
Researchers believe their findings could help to develop better cognitive training for those at risk for Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...
Exercise May Help Reverse Neurodegeneration in Early Stage Alzheimer’s
A new study reports older adults who improved their fitness through moderate intensity exercise increased cortical thickness.... Read More...
Repetition Boosts Recall
A new study reports repeating phrases aloud helps boost verbal memory, especially if you do it while addressing another person. ... Read More...
Brain Process Allows Memories to be Lost and Found
Researchers have identified a neural process which could help restore lost memories and bury bad memories.... Read More...
Memories More Accessible After a Good Night’s Sleep
According to a new study, a good night's sleep can help people recall facts they were unable to remember prior to taking a nap.... Read More...
Watching Memories Piece Together
According to researchers, memories are more like separate but connected “snapshots” in the brain than uninterrupted video reels.... Read More...