memory
Flavanols required for better memory: A new study on food and memory loss
Older people often have poor memory - and it's not only because of their age, but also because of their lifestyle, genes, and dieting. A study led by Columbia and Harvard researchers found that a diet low in flavanols, which are nutrients found in certain fruits and vegetables, is linked to age-related memory loss.
Kate Yakimchuk research flavanol Cooking 1 October 2023
Deja vu: Psychologist's explanation
Have you ever heard about deja vu in movies or TV shows, or even experienced it yourself? It's a pretty interesting brain glitch that sometimes makes you question your reality and memory, but it's generally harmless.
Kate Yakimchuk brain mind effects Psychology 16 September 2023
Brain waves and memory: A new study on how brains work
The brain has these special electrical rhythms called oscillations, and scientists have been curious about what makes them happen. Researchers at the University of Arizona found something interesting: just remembering things can actually trigger these brain rhythms more than experiencing the real event.
Kate Yakimchuk research brain Psychology 10 September 2023
Some sugars improve your memory: A new study on food and brain correlations
The brain's remarkable ability to recognize faces from the past while forgetting yesterday's breakfast involves complex processes that researchers are continually investigating. Recent findings suggest that sulfate groups attached to glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), complex sugar molecules, play a role in brain "plasticity" in mice.
Kate Yakimchuk research sugar Psychology 5 September 2023
Memory and appetite are connected: A study on more reasons for obesity
Brain affects different spheres of our lives, and our appetite and weight management are no exception. New research reveals a direct relationship between disrupted connections in brain circuits responsible for memory and appetite regulation and body mass index, particularly in individuals dealing with disorders or overeating leading to obesity, such as binge eating disorder.
Kate Yakimchuk research food appetite brain Psychology 5 September 2023
Forgetting is also a part of learning: A new study on memory
In a world of constant change, forgetting some memories could benefit us, making behavior more flexible and improving decision-making. Today, in the journal Cell Reports, the researchers present the first in a series of experimental studies investigating how natural, everyday forgetting affects specific memories in the brain.
Kate Yakimchuk research learning brain Psychology 2 September 2023
Where the memory is stored: A new study on memory and how it works
When using our working memory, we temporarily retain information, a process vital for understanding and comprehension. Researchers have found that the key to understanding working memory goes beyond what's stored and delves into the "working" aspect – the purpose of storing information in the first place.
Kate Yakimchuk research brain Psychology 1 September 2023
Puzzles help to make your memory better: A new study on brain and memory
Older people often feel their memory decline, so they want to keep it as good as they can. A new study shows that puzzles can help them a lot.
Kate Yakimchuk research puzzles brain Psychology 25 August 2023
Music takes you back: How media brings your memories and emotions
A recent study from the University of Kansas sheds light on the relationship between memories, media, and emotions. The research reveals that older songs and movie clips tend to evoke more memories and trigger happier associations than newer ones.
Kate Yakimchuk research music brain emotions Psychology 23 August 2023
Where the mnemonic mechanisms are hidden: Researching brain and memory
Human memory's remarkable capabilities find roots in the intricate brain anatomy. Brain functions are localized in specific regions, yet the connections between these and the memory system remain unexplored.
Kate Yakimchuk research brain Psychology 22 August 2023
How memories are created: A new study on how hormones affect memory-forming processes
A recent study from NYU Grossman School of Medicine challenges the conventional belief that rewards are the sole drivers of learning through the release of dopamine. Researchers explored the interplay between dopamine and acetylcholine, both implicated in learning and memory.
Kate Yakimchuk research dopamine brain Psychology 18 August 2023
How memories affect our decision-making: Research on social learning
While getting new experiences and remembering the outcomes of the past can be pretty beneficial, it doesn't always work as intended. Social learning is traditionally valued in slowly changing environments where established information can be safely shared.
Kate Yakimchuk research choosing Psychology 12 August 2023
Smells can actually boost your memory: An exciting study
Most people know that smells can instantly bring back memories, because they affect our brain a lot. Now, scientists have proven that smells can even boost your memory.
Kate Yakimchuk smell research sleep fragrance Psychology 5 August 2023
How AI can help people after traumatic brain injuries: How science helps people
Lots of people who had traumatic brain injuries suffer from memory deterioration or loss, and it might affect their lives drastically. A groundbreaking study published in the journal Brain Stimulation unveils a novel approach to improving memory in patients with traumatic brain injury by using targeted electrical stimulation.
Kate Yakimchuk ai research trauma brain Psychology 2 August 2023
Infants' memory of faces remains intact, mask or no mask: New research
In response to concerns about the impact of widespread face-masking during the pandemic on infant development, a study conducted by researchers at the University of California, Davis, set out to explore how babies between 6 and 9 months old remember and recognize faces, even when masked. Using advanced eye tracking technology, the team delved into how masks might influence infants' facial recognition abilities.
Kate Yakimchuk research children brain Psychology 23 July 2023
Important to Know: How to Improve Your Memory
Memory is an important tool in life. In this article, we will talk about effective and proven ways to develop and improve your memory.
Diana Dashkevich intelligence exercising advices facts studies Psychology 19 July 2023
Introducing the Memory Translator: A Remarkable Machine Revealing Your Inner Thoughts
Cutting-edge research conducted by scientists at The University of Texas at Austin has resulted in the development of an extraordinary AI system known as a semantic decoder. This groundbreaking system can translate someone's brain activity while listening to or imagining a story into a continuous stream.
Kate Yakimchuk research artificial intelligence brain Psychology 17 July 2023
Useful Recommendations from a Psychologist: How to Develop Memory on Your Own
Memory can deteriorate for various reasons. If you notice any changes, we recommend that you seek help from specialists.
Diana Dashkevich brain development facts advices Psychology 15 July 2023
Studying hard doesn't always lead to immediate success: A new study about memory and learning
If you study hard, then you can achieve great results - but they don't always come immediately, a new study claims. It takes time to accumulate and process knowledge, and you often can't rush things to remember lots of things quickly.
Kate Yakimchuk learning brain research Psychology 11 July 2023
Scientists can improve people's memory stimulating their brains while they sleep: A new research
Have you ever wanted your memory to be stronger than it is? According to a new study, it's possible in the future - moreover, it can potentially help individuals with Alzheimer's.
Kate Yakimchuk research sleep intelligence brain Psychology 5 July 2023