What Changes in the Brain with Ageing?

What Changes in the Brain with Ageing?

Hormonal changes happen to everyone as the body gets older. And the brain subtly changes over time with them. Scientists are piecing together sections of the giant puzzle and so far, they believe these general changes occur: Brain Mass: Shrinkage in the frontal lobes...
Your Memory Questions Answered. Part 2

Your Memory Questions Answered. Part 2

Brainfit Coaches and speakers are asked a lot of questions! Dr Allison Lamont continues her series where she answers common queries. (And you can ask your own questions below, too.) 3. Why can’t I remember young people but have no trouble with people my age? I am an...
Your Memory Questions Answered. Part 2

Your Memory Questions Answered.

Brainfit Coaches and Memory Foundation speakers are asked a lot of questions! Over the next few months, Dr Allison Lamont will give you the answers. (And you can ask your own questions below, too.) Why can’t I remember phone numbers here? When I am in France (where...
Will taking a photograph help you to remember?

Will taking a photograph help you to remember?

Do you come back from holiday with your camera loaded with photographs?  You will remember everything, right? WRONG! Research says that sometimes taking a photograph makes it harder to remember a great view or experience. Why is this? Is it because we give less...