Our tendency to forget names, passwords, and skills is a source of endless frustration. However, this forgetfulness might actually be crucial for optimal brain function.
Why forgetting might actually be a good thing
Memory Suppression Genes – Team Forgetful
Part of the answer to “why can’t I remember where I put it ?!?!”
Can we prevent memory loss?
Scientists may have found a way to prevent age-related memory loss.
Forgetting, remembering, and stress
How is memory affected by stress? It all comes down to timing.
What can cause our brains to forget?
Recent research suggests microglia, the immune cells in your brain, are responsible for forgetting memories.
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