Maximising your memory
Discover how memories are made and how to maximise your memory function
with practical advice from scientists and tried-and-tested memory games
The importance of observation
To commit something to memory, you need to pay attention the next time you encounter something – or someone – new
How narratives can aid memory
A compelling story line, however off the wall, can help us remember the facts we're trying to learn
How to improve long-term memory
How I remember: The pianist
What are memories made of?
How to maximise your memory
How I remember: The actor
How I remember: The taxi driver
Can memory improve with age?
How I remember: The bridge player
Shared memories and the problems they cause
Memory in the digital age
How I remember: The lifelogger
The science behind memory glitches
The story of the self
Our ability to remember forms the basis of who we are – but just how reliable are our memories? Charles Fernyhough explores
Brain gain: how to improve your memory - live chat
Want to sharpen your memory or make better creative use of it? Psychologist Charles Fernyhough has been answering readers' questions and sharing advice
