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Yale scientists discover how stress changes the brain to make memories stronger

2026-10-16T11:55:35.000Z

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Yale scientists have uncovered how the stress hormone cortisol helps the brain turn emotional experiences into stronger, longer-lasting memories. The discovery reveals that stress can reshape communication between brain networks involved in emotion and memory, potentially explaining why certain…

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