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Ep1 rebroadcast "Does time really slow down when you're in fear for your life?"

Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman

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Perception of Time Under Stress

This chapter investigates how individuals perceive time during high-stress situations, revealing that time seems to slow down despite no actual improvements in visual processing. It highlights the role of the amygdala in shaping these perceptions and its impact on memory density, linking personal experiences to broader implications for time perception as we age.

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