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Memory is not one uniform entity but rather a combination of different kinds, of which two types of memory are episodic and semantic memory
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When Commodore Oomen picked up crossword as a pastime at a young age, little did he know that the hobby would keep him mentally sharp in later years, or that it would delay the onset of cognitive decline or dementia
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The limbic system is an intricate network of interconnected brain regions that regulate emotions, memories and certain behavioural aspects
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Slowing down at the end of the day and adopting some simple habits can set the stage for our brain to energetically bounce back the next day
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In a study presented at the American Chemical Society, a team of researchers share how in their experiments in mice, they found that a group of sugars in the brain play a big role in plasticity and growth in the brain
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Synaptic pruning, the brain’s spring-cleaning mechanism, begins during adolescence and fine-tunes its efficient working by removing unnecessary connections between brain cells
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The enigma surrounding the brain has led to many rumours and myths about how it works. These myths can cloud our understanding of the brain. Debunking these myths helps us gain a better perspective on this complex organ
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While a definitive cause for Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a neurodevelopmental condition is still to be identified, neuroscientists and psychiatrists have found specific brain changes that are associated with it
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Just as we go to the gym to strengthen our bodies, music serves as a form of exercise for our brains, improving sleep quality, enhancing mood and memory, and reducing anxiety and blood pressure.
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When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia or memory loss, it can sound like the end of the road. However, understanding that their feelings are intact opens new doors to focus on their emotional well-being
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What is a dopamine rush, and what are dopamine's different roles? This infographic gives a periscopic view of how it is an essential mediator for many activities the brain orchestrates
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Researchers have found that a quick snooze can improve the retention of information by strengthening memories, leading to better recollection over an extended period
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The hippocampi (there are 2) regulate emotions, dreaming, imagining, and, most importantly, forming memories. Without it, we would be left with just some short-term memories and an overwhelming sense of amnesia
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Huntington's disease is fraught with movement challenges. Researchers from the University of California San Diego may have found a way to treat the symptoms by slicing abnormal gene sequences out
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A Nature study reveals a new treatment pathway to manage extreme fear in people with mental health conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder
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Dreams are not nonsensical random illusions of the brain but might have multiple neurological health benefits, say experts

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