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Dr. Charan Ranganath: How to Improve Memory & Focus Using Science Protocols
Huberman Lab
Curiosity Enhances Memory, Even for Unrelated Things, as it Unleashes Plasticity
Curiosity triggers the release of dopamine, which is proportional to a person's desire for answers. This interplay not only enhances memory retention but also creates an environment conducive to storing information. Elevated dopamine, driven by curiosity, boosts the likelihood of remembering the answer, and while dopamine's role is significant, it mainly serves as a facilitator of neuroplasticity, rather than directly improving memory. The concept of synaptic tagging suggests that dopamine can enhance the plasticity of synapses even when the original learning activity is separate from the dopamine release. Ultimately, the motivation and energy derived from curiosity trigger a state of plasticity, making learning more effective and memorable, even for seemingly unrelated information.
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