Tag: Hippocampus and memory

Family tree concept, dna, genes, ancestors. A large box suitcase lies on the table with old photographs. AI generated Generative AI

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Author
Michael Egnor
Date
February 1, 2024

Categorized
Neuroscience, Philosophy of Mind

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Engrams, Enigman of Memory (YouTube 2024), Hippocampus and memory, Korsakoff’s syndrome, Memory (where stored), Near-death experiences and memory, Philip Cunningham}

Where, Exactly, Is Memory Stored in the Brain?

_{The hippocampus of the brain is important for memory formation but memories are immaterial and are not really “stored” anywhere} _{Michael Egnor

February 1, 2024

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Neuroscience, Philosophy of Mind}

Memories during near-death experiences, when the mind is not in touch with the brain, are often clear, precise, and comprehensive. Read More ›

Senior lady with her aged mother with dementia, embracing and smiling in a summer park

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Author
Denyse O'Leary
Date
January 19, 2024

Categorized
Medicine and Health, Neuroscience, Psychology

Tagged
Big Five personality traits, Conscientiousness and dementia, Dementia (positive outlook's role), Dementia (reducing effects), Dementia and hearing loss, Dementia and tooth loss, Dementia triggers, Hippocampus and memory}

New Studies Point to Ways We Might Reduce the Effects of Dementia

_{Denyse O'Leary

January 19, 2024

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Medicine and Health, Neuroscience, Psychology}

What’s becoming clear is that, while dementia itself may not be preventable, its severity may potentially be mitigated by timely health care interventions. Read More ›