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Can your memory get better with age? Unlocking your brain's potential.

Recent studies in neuroscience have shown that the brain maintains an astonishing ability to adapt and rewire itself throughout life, a concept known as neuroplasticity. This means the answer to "can your memory get better with age?" is more complex—and hopeful—than you might think. Authoritative evidence suggests that while some cognitive functions wane, others can be actively strengthened.

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How Does Prospective Memory Change with Advancing Age?

Studies suggest older adults perform better than younger adults on prospective memory tasks in naturalistic settings, but worse in laboratory settings, revealing a complex picture of how prospective memory changes with advancing age. This dynamic highlights the difference between remembering in structured tests versus remembering for real-life tasks.

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