We tend to celebrate memory, not forgetting; however, forgetting may be what keeps our minds flexible enough to adapt and learn. At Flinders University, a team of researchers has shown that the same ...

Couples often finish each other’s sentences. New research suggests they may also help edit each other’s memories. A study ...

“I have trouble remembering dates, like birthdays, anniversaries or appointments. I feel like I’m letting people down or missing out on things.” “I often forget where I put my keys, wallet, phone or ...

Whether drawing a mental blank on a new ATM password, a favorite recipe or an old boyfriend, people have ample opportunity every day to curse their own forgetfulness. But forgetting is also a blessing ...

Many people view forgetting as an inconvenience, and if it occurs extensively, they associate it with neurodegenerative diseases. However, some evidence suggests that nonpathological forgetting is an ...

The next time forgetting inconveniences us, we should stop and consider its virtues. Forgetting allows us to manage our complicated lives – encouraging us to remember what’s important, inspiring us to ...

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