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CLASSIC: Can memories be erased?

Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

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The Ethics and Implications of Memory Manipulation

This chapter examines the intriguing yet unsettling possibilities of memory manipulation technologies, including the erasure of traumatic memories and its ethical ramifications. It delves into personal experiences with memory discrepancies and explores dystopian scenarios where memories are altered for control. The conversation also speculates on future advancements in memory encoding for learning, raising profound questions about identity and the essence of personal experience.

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