Brain found to store three copies of every memory

2 years ago by fossilesque to c/biology

Like a computer system with built-in redundancies, a study has revealed that brains use three different sets of neurons to store a single memory. The finding could one day help soften painful memories in people who've suffered trauma.

Rhaedas 43 points 2 years ago

Having lots of copies does no good when your indexing is fucked up.

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grrgyle 4 points 2 years ago

Sure recall might not be amazing, but creative inspiration is fun

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Telodzrum 20 points 2 years ago

Boomer Joke: Shit, don't tell my wife about this.

Tech Joke: Three is two, two is one, and one is none I guess

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beefbot 12 points 2 years ago

Ugh, you mean I STILL actually have a visual of goatsy stored in there somewhere?

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QuincyPeck 23 points 2 years ago

You said it and my brain immediately loaded it. Thanks.

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beefbot 3 points 2 years ago

Not my fault, but happy to suggest a cure?

You can always dilute it by imagining..idl, Donald Trump peeing in his diaper and everyone pretending he doesn’t smell?

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Maeve -1 points 2 years ago

Ikr?!

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Aussiemandeus 2 points 2 years ago

That's why aphantasia is a god send some days

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SinkingLotus 2 points 2 years ago

It does have its benefits I'll admit.

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grrgyle 1 point 2 years ago

I guess so. I even remember the wedding band. That's unfortunate

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beefbot 3 points 2 years ago

That detail has been erased by time - there’s hope yet

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wargreymon 1 point 2 years ago

Taylor Swift Taylor Swift Taylor Swift 💗

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