memory

People who have more disrupted sleep in their 30s and 40s may be more likely to have memory and thinking problems a decade later.

Our memories are rich in detail: Many of us can vividly recall the colour of our home, the layout of our kitchen, or the front of our favourite café.

Researchers have identified critical findings that could revolutionise the way we approach such alerts.

An analysis of the brain activity of people with PTSD shows that traumatic memories are represented in the brain in a different way than sad memories.

Dementia is not a single disease but rather encompasses a diverse array of cognitive disorders that pose unique challenges in diagnosis and treatment.

A study has found that cerebellar inhibitory interneurons are essential for fear memory, a type of emotional memory formation.

New research finds that antidepressants may actually reduce negative memories in depressed individuals while improving overall memory function.

The world of psychology offers a treasure trove of insights into how our brains work, and by extension, how we can make the most of our study sessions.

Human memory is, without doubt, one of the most sophisticated, intricate and vital aspects of our cognition.

Scientists have discovered what they believe to be the central mechanism behind cognitive decline associated with normal ageing.

In the complex world of cognitive neuroscience, one condition stands out for its intriguing and peculiar characteristics: prosopagnosia.

Since the pandemic, GPs are increasingly reporting that patients find it difficult to give an exact history of their illness. 

Flavanol intake in older adults correlates with memory test scores and its replenishment improves their performance.

A new study demonstrated that non-invasive stimulation of the right cerebellum led to improvements in episodic memory performance in healthy elderly individuals.

New research shows that rhythmic brain activity is key to temporarily maintaining important information in memory.