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  • Multitasking Takes Toll on Memory

    As we age, multitasking takes a much larger toll on our working memory, and our ability to refocus and remember after interruptions. This interesting article discusses the challenge, and highlights the key role that working memory has on our ability …

  • Write It Out To Boost Your Performance Under Stress

    This is a great article which highlights the role that working memory plays when trying to perform well under pressure, and a specific technique to improve your performance in those situations. In the article, Dr. Beilock highlights how working memory …

  • How to Recover When You’re Sleep Deprived

    Poor sleep is well understood to negatively impact your memory, alertness, cognitive speed, and reaction time.   For those of you who skimp on your sleep during busy periods,  there is interesting new research which details how “recovery sleep” and napping …