Neuroplasticity, Learning & Memory

Learning changes how strongly neurons signal to one another, and memory depends on at least three separable stages: encoding, consolidation and retrieval. Spacing practice over time, testing yourself rather than rereading, and sleeping after study are the best-supported ways to make what you learn last.

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