Coverage dated September 14, 2026 to September 20, 2026

Why does your brain mix up memories? New study examines how memories are misplaced in your brain's filing cabinets

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Old age and forgetfulness seem to go hand in hand. But my colleagues and I found that memories actually become less precise, not entirely forgotten. Our study, published in the journal Cerebral Cortex, shows how the brain blends related experiences as you age rather than replaying the exact one you …

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Why does your brain mix up memories? A new study examines how memories are misplaced in your brain’s filing cabinets (opens The Conversation US)
Published Sep 14, 2026
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Rather than simply forgetting a memory, your brain has likely misplaced it. Aging can make memory confusion worse.
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Why does your brain mix up memories? New study examines how memories are misplaced in your brain's filing cabinets (opens MedicalXpress)
Published Sep 20, 2026
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Old age and forgetfulness seem to go hand in hand. But my colleagues and I found that memories actually become less precise, not entirely forgotten. Our study, published in the journal Cerebral Cortex, shows how the brain blends related experiences as you age rather than replaying the exact one you …

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