Stress is the brain’s natural response to fear, but it often disrupts memory in the process, potentially impacting the possibility of memory loss. When preparing for a big presentation or taking a ...

Manipulating important non-neuronal brain cells called astrocytes using light prevented fear memories from being retained long-term, according to new research. The findings add to growing evidence ...

A new study published in Molecular Psychiatry suggests that the thyroid hormone system in the brain may be a powerful driver of how fear memories are formed. Thyroid hormone signaling in the ...