What is a Memory?

The video explores how memories are formed and stored in the brain, focusing on the role of neurons and the hippocampus. It discusses how experiences create neural pathways, forming memories that are recalled by activating these pathways. The hippocampus processes memories before they become permanent in the cortex. Memory development begins around age five, with a sense of time developing by age nine. Memory declines with age, affecting our sense of self and identity. The video highlights the importance of memory in defining who we are and our ability to plan for the future.

What happens to brain cells after the age of 40, and how does it affect memory?

In what ways does memory define our sense of self and personality?