Memories aren't static in the brain — they 'drift' over time

How and why your memories shift over time, explained by neuroscience

Our memories aren’t perfect records of the past — they’re reconstructions shaped by brain activity. Neuroscientists Lisa Genova and André Fenton explain that a memory is created through neural patterns that can subtly shift each time we recall it. We may unknowingly add or lose details over time. Understanding this science helps us approach memory with more humility and empathy, and deepens our insight into how memories shape one’s identity and …

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Memories aren't static in the brain — they 'drift' over time

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