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The New Science Of Memory, How to Remember What Matters & Why We're Designed To Forget with Dr Charan Ranganath #444

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

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The Science of Memory: Emotion and Retention

This chapter explores the complex nature of memory, emphasizing how emotions and neurochemicals influence what we remember and forget. It discusses the biological significance of synaptic plasticity and the impact of stress on memory formation, illustrating how both emotional and contextual factors dictate memory retention. Additionally, it highlights the evolutionary importance of remembering specific experiences and the sensory cues that can unlock dormant memories.

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