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The Photographic Paradox: Is Your Camera Stealing Your Memories?

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The Photographic Paradox: Is Your Camera Stealing Your Memories?

The more we document, the less we may remember. Here's the science behind the photo-taking impairment effect — and how to use photos as cues instead of replacements.

Patrick Moore • February 23, 2026

The Biological Glue: How Your Brain Builds Your Legacy

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The Biological Glue: How Your Brain Builds Your Legacy

New research shows memory can be stabilized by physical structures in the brain. Here's what functional amyloids reveal about why some moments last a lifetime.

Patrick Moore • February 22, 2026

Is Social Media Rewriting Your Childhood? The Hidden Science of "Digital Forgetting"

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Is Social Media Rewriting Your Childhood? The Hidden Science of "Digital Forgetting"

New research shows sharing photos online sharpens what's in-frame while erasing surrounding context. Here's how to protect the full story behind your memories.

Patrick Moore • February 21, 2026

The Science of Memory Enrichment: How Revisiting Family Stories Reshapes Your Brain

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The Science of Memory Enrichment: How Revisiting Family Stories Reshapes Your Brain

Neuroscience shows that actively engaging with family stories strengthens cognitive reserve and builds resilience. Here's how a living family archive protects your brain.

Patrick Moore • February 6, 2026

The Grandparenting Buffer: Why Your Legacy is Their Brain's Best Defense

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The Grandparenting Buffer: Why Your Legacy is Their Brain's Best Defense

A 2026 APA study links legacy-sharing with grandchildren to slower cognitive decline. Here's why preserving family stories may be the brain's best defense.

Patrick Moore • February 3, 2026