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UC Davis professor Charan Ranganath says when we look at memory as a resource to pull from, as opposed to a comprehensive archive of the past, we can make mindful choices in the present to curate a ...

Memory lapses can go beyond forgetting names or constantly losing your keys; as we get older, we can find chunks of time ...

Research shows that crossword puzzles are effective in improving memory. (Getty Images) There is no reality check like telling someone the same story twice and not realizing it until they stop you ...

There are many changes in our body as we age, and one such change is decreasing cognitive abilities. As we grow older, our ...

If there’s something you’d like to remember, give the 2-7-30 method a try. Nearly 150 years of science (and the testimony of ...

Here are 10 simple ways to improve your memory that also shed light on its workings: 1. Get plenty of sleep. If you read a book when very tired, you will forget most of what you’ve read. Sleep ...

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Parents can boost their child's memory through simple methods. Adequate sleep is crucial for memory consolidation. Active recall is more effective than re-reading. Physical activity enhances blood ...