Save your brain. Hippocampus Matters.

Memories make us human.

Memories shape our personal narratives and highlight our connections with those around us. They are crucial for survival, learning/function, and development. Memory underpins our understanding of shaping our present and future, making it essential for all aspect of our existences, including education and social interactions. Without memory, we would struggle with basic activities and planning.

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At-Home Testing

Our at-home testing provides a convenient and accurate way to assess your memory, in detail, without needing to visit a neurologist or neuropsychologist.

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Where is memory stored?

Memories are distributed across various regions of the brain, notably the hippocampus, prefrontal cortex, and neocortex. The hippocampus plays a crucial role in the initial formation and indexing of memories for future retrieval, situated within the temporal lobe. The prefrontal cortex is responsible for retaining the specifics of a memory; when a memory cue is encountered, it activates the prefrontal cortex, which then retrieves the associated memory from the hippocampus. Additionally, certain memories are also housed in the neocortex. The cerebellum contributes to memory processes, as evidenced by experiments demonstrating that rabbits with cerebellar damage failed to learn a conditioned eye-blink response. The brain’s ability to process and store information as memory facilitates later access, categorized primarily into short-term, long-term, and sensory memory.

What is a memory test?

A neurocognitive memory assessment serves as a diagnostic instrument designed to evaluate memory and various cognitive functions, thereby assessing brain health and identifying possible cognitive deficits. These assessments are instrumental in diagnosing conditions such as memory impairment, dementia, concussions, neuropsychiatric disorders, and learning disabilities. Neurocognitive evaluations can be conducted through different formats, including both paper-based and computerized methods. Common examples include the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), which is often administered by primary care physicians but lacks sensitivity, and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), which offers a more comprehensive evaluation yet remains less thorough. At Brainology, we conduct tests that examine multiple facets of memory, yielding valuable insights into an individual’s current memory status.