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Episode · Huberman Lab · 2022-05-16

Books mentioned on Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools

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This episode I explain the mechanisms by which different types of memories are established in our brain and how to leverage the amount and timing of key neurochemicals and hormones, such as adrenaline (aka epinephrine) and cortisol, to improve your learning and memory abilities.

Andrew Huberman discussed Mechanisms of Memory by J. David Sweatt and Photographic Memory by Alixandra Barasch and others. Also mentioned: Spark by John J. Ratey and others.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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  1. Mechanisms of Memory

    J. David Sweatt · at 1:15:39

    Discussed
    “In fact, there is a beautiful review that was published in the journal Neuron, Cell Press journal, excellent journal, called Mechanisms of Memory Under Stress. And I just want to read to you the first opening paragraph of this review.”
    Andrew Huberman Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools 2022-05-16 Listen at 1:15:39
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  2. Spark

    John J. Ratey, Eric Hagerman · at 1:32:58 · mentioned 2 times

    Spark by John J.

    Discussed
    “He wrote a book called 'Spark,' which was one of the early academic books about brain plasticity and the relationship between exercise and movement.”
    Speaker Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools 2022-05-16 Listen at 1:32:58
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  3. Photographic Memory

    Alixandra Barasch; Kristin Diehl; Jackie Silverman; Gal Zauberman · at 1:42:14

    Discussed
    “The title of this paper is photographic memory, the effects of our volitional photo taking on memory for visual and auditory aspects of an experience.”
    Andrew Huberman Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools 2022-05-16 Listen at 1:42:14
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  4. Unknown · at 1:54:24

    This reference covers several distinct books recommended or discussed across various podcasts.

    Discussed
    “The title is a brief daily meditation enhances attention, memory, mood, and emotional regulation in non-experienced meditators.”
    Andrew Huberman Understand & Improve Memory Using Science-Based Tools 2022-05-16 Listen at 1:54:24
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible
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