Memory

In psychological terms memory refers to information that is encoded, stored and retrieved by the brain. In layman terms, it refers to a person’s ability to remember things. Many mental disorders are characterised by amnesia or memory loss and hence a person’s ability to remember things plays an important role in their physical and mental well-being.

Aerobic exercise may reduce memory loss in Alzheimer's patients

A study has found that doing aerobics can help reduce memory loss in older adults with Alzheimer's disease. Read on to know more.
Aphantasia: This condition makes you unable to visualize images

Did you know some people find it difficult to draw a mental picture of things, people or events? Read on to know all about the condition.
Menopause may increase forgetfulness, lack of attention

A woman may experience a significant cognitive decline in learning, memory, and attention across the menopause stages and may continue into postmenopause, reveals a new study.
Spend 10 mins in the sun every morning to sharpen your memory

Various studies have suggested that low levels of vitamin D, also known as the sunshine vitamin, may cause faster memory loss.
Parents take note: Musical training can improve working memory in kids

A new study says that musically trained children have greater activation in brain regions related to attention control and executive functions.
Want to remember your dreams next morning? Take this vitamin before bed

Taking this particular vitamin supplements before going to sleep can help you remember your dreams in the morning, according to a new study.
Aerobic exercise and other ways to stave off age-related memory loss

With age, your memory may start to fade, but you can still do a lot of things to slow down the brain aging process and prevent development of neurological disorders like Alzheimer's disease. Adding aerobic exercise to your lifestyle is one way to prevent memory loss.
These 4 indoor games will help you keep brain fog at bay amidst the lockdown

Isolation can affect your cognitive functioning. Don't let quarantine mess with your brain. Try these four indoor games to flex your cerebral muscles while you're stuck at home.
Power of scents may alter how memories are processed in brain

The scents that spark our memories are extremely powerful. Today, they serve as the triggers for our nostalgia and our anxiety, but tomorrow, they could be our treatments.
Study says smell of rose improves learning in students: Four other tricks to boost your brain power

There are many other techniques that can help you improve your learning speed. Read on to know more
Brain health: Tips to prevent eventual memory loss

Studies have found cognitive function and brain efficiency can be improved through simple lifestyle changes, such as eating healthily and incorporating physical activity, stress relief, and memory exercises into their daily lives.
Alzheimer's prevention: Vaccine for memory loss is closer to reality

Researchers are looking to develop effective immunotherapy via a new vaccine to remove 'brain plaque' and tau protein aggregates linked to Alzheimer's disease.
Health risks of obesity: Obese kids likely to have poorer working memory

Obesity not only affects the heart, but also the brain. Changes in kids' diets and exercise levels at a younger age may help reduce the effects of obesity on their heart and brain.
Boost your memory by exercising regularly and eating healthy foods

Many of us take for granted our memory's capacity and our ability to recall information. But as we age, these powers diminish. Read on to know how you can boost your memory naturally.
Bad memories can be a real pain: Know how to forget them

According to a new study, there is a reason why forgetting your bad memories is not easy. Read on to know more.
Breakthrough cell therapy to improve memory following traumatic brain injury : Study

According to the study published in the journal of 'Nature Communications.' transplanting embryonic progenitor cells capable of generating inhibitory interneurons, a specific type of nerve cell that controls the activity of brain circuits, into the brains of mice with traumatic brain injury can target the hippocampus, a brain region responsible for learning and memory.
Sharpening your memory can be as simple as sipping these 5 super juices

Have you been forgetting things of late? Weak retention power can be dealt with naturally. Here are the 5 juices that can help sharpening your memory.
A bad memory is like a festering sore: 5 ways to cope with it

Are you tired of thinking about an unfortunate experience? Here are some ways in which you can cope with your bad memory.
5 reasons why music is good for your brain

Read on to know how music benefits your brain.
Artificial intelligence might might be the new ray of hope for Alzheimer's patients

According to a study published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, a new tool of machine learning in AI might prove to be a boon for Alzheimer's patients