Memory formation involves complex processes within the brain. When you experience something, like placing your keys on a table, neurons in the brain activate in a specific pattern. The strength of ...

A new study reveals that the twin enzymes MNK1 and MNK2 play distinct roles in the brain, with one governing memory and the other social behavior.

It’s normal to occasionally forget where you left your keys, struggle to recall a new name or wonder if you’ve already taken your daily medication. “Everyone has memory slips now and again,” says ...

Ask the Therapist columnist Lori Gottlieb advises a reader who wants his spouse to be more compassionate about his worsening recall. By Lori Gottlieb Lori Gottlieb, a psychotherapist and best-selling ...

Mental exercises, including memory games, may help boost brain health by creating new brain cells and connections. Brain exercises are important throughout life, and perhaps even more so in older ...

For most people, it would be hard to imagine a life in which the mind did not routinely discard once-remembered details—from temporarily memorized facts and figures to the characteristics of people ...

Stress is the brain’s natural response to fear, but it often disrupts memory in the process, potentially impacting the possibility of memory loss. When preparing for a big presentation or taking a ...

Some commonly used medications have been linked to memory issues and severe forgetfulness. Types: Examples of benzodiazepines include: Effect on memory: Benzodiazepines are known to affect memory ...

Memory is the way your brain takes in and stores information so you can use it later on. Memories define who you are in a lot of ways. They help you recall things like important dates, facts, and even ...

Memory loss after brain aneurysm surgeries, like coiling, is common. Some people experience memory loss for less than a day. For others, difficulties with memory can persist for months. Surgical ...