MEMORY

This study checked if a Turkish version of the MoCA-B test can correctly tell the difference between healthy people, those with mild memory problems, and those with dementia. The test was given to 166 adults aged 50-100 with little or no schooling. The goal was to find the best c…

This study tested whether a supplement called Brain Blossom can improve memory and thinking skills in adults aged 50 to 70. Sixty participants took either the supplement or a placebo for 8 weeks. Researchers measured changes in cognitive tests and self-reported memory and focus.

This study tested two dietary supplements—a lipase enzyme blend and the same blend plus tributyrin—against a placebo in 90 healthy adults aged 30 to 79 who felt their memory wasn't as sharp as it used to be. Participants took capsules three times a day for 84 days and completed m…

This study looked at whether eating 2 ounces of walnuts every day for 12 weeks could improve memory and reduce brain fog in adults over 40 with Long-COVID. About 31 people took part, comparing walnut eaters to those getting usual care. The goal was to see if walnuts, which are ri…

This study looked at whether taking Lion's Mane mushroom extract daily for two months can improve memory and attention in healthy, working women aged around 40-60. Participants took either the extract or a placebo pill and completed thinking and memory tests at several points. Th…

This study tested a new therapy called Processing of Positive Memories Technique (PPMT) for people with PTSD. Unlike standard treatments that focus on trauma, PPMT helps patients recall and describe positive memories. 70 adults with PTSD were randomly assigned to either PPMT or s…

This study looked at how different types of cannabis affect memory and brain waves in 96 healthy adults who use cannabis regularly. Participants did a memory task after smoking cannabis and again on a sober day, while their brain activity was recorded with EEG. The goal was to se…

This study looked at whether the depth of anesthesia during surgery affects a person's ability to hear spoken words without being aware of it, and whether this influences anxiety after surgery. Seventy adults having urologic or orthopedic procedures took part. The goal was to und…

This study looked at how people with Alzheimer's disease or a type of frontotemporal dementia remember personal events from their past. Researchers tested 39 participants using a detailed scale to see if memories were specific (like a single event in time and place) or more gener…