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new research is being made about memory. Many people have problems with
memory loss. This research has done tests on rats with amnesia. The only way the rats would have reverse amnesia was when there were reminders placed in front of them. "Previous research in this area found that when you recall a memory it is sensitive to interference to other information and in some cases is completely wiped out." With this knowledge it is hoped to find a type of treatment that could be developed for anyone with any memory disorder. " However, these animal models do accurately reflect what's happening in humans and suggest that out autobiographical memories, our self-histories, are clouded by new memories rather than actually lost. This is an exciting prospect in terms of treating psychiatric illness associated with memory disorders such as post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia and psychosis."
Personally having family with memory loss problems, this brings hope into my family. Although its not completely proven in humans knowing that there is some hope brings happiness to my family.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/08/150804073706.htm
This is very interesting and, to some level, exciting. I never would have imagined we could actually find a treatment for memory.
ReplyDeleteI found this interesting, because I suffer from memory loss from a bad head injury. The only treatment for memory loss today is cognitive therapy, which in my opinion has helped me little. If this research continues on humans, I think a treatment could identified for all memory disorders.
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