Ep99 "Why do brains sometimes make things up?"
Inner Cosmos with David Eagleman
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The Illusion of Memory: Confabulation Unveiled
This chapter examines confabulation, showcasing how brain injuries lead to the creation of detailed but inaccurate memories. Through compelling case studies, it highlights the brain's tendency to prioritize narrative coherence over factual accuracy when memory retrieval is compromised.
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