If you ask your friends about their favorite memories, they may mention their first kiss, a wedding day, or perhaps even giving birth to their child. It’s usually an important moment in time. But how ...

B rain researchers long knew that the model for studying memory oversimplified the complex processes that the brain uses to ...

Myth 1: Memory is too flawed and impermanent to be trustworthy. Fact: Extensive research supports the accuracy and dependability of long-term memories—for both personal experiences and experimental ...

Émilie Gerbier does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond ...

Elephants are widely admired for their wisdom, emotional depth, and striking intelligence, but one trait stands out above all: their remarkable long-term memory. According to a study published in the ...

Forgetting is normal, but it can make life difficult. You might forget someone’s name seconds after you meet them, blank on where you’ve put your keys, or miss an important birthday. Memories are ...