MOHIVATE
Hosted by Dr. Mohi Sarawgee, a GP, MOHIvate is your doctor’s dose of heart and science — with just a touch of humour — because health and feeling good shouldn’t feel complicated. Each episode breaks down medicine and everyday science in a simple, thoughtful way, serving as a reminder that real health can still feel human. I hope you enjoy listening, learning, and carrying a little feel-good factor with you. Thank you for tuning in!
Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be taken as, personal medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your own doctor or another qualified healthcare provider with any questions about your health, and never ignore or delay professional medical advice because of something you’ve heard here. The views expressed are my own and do not represent the views of any organizations or institutions I’m affiliated with.
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18. The Science of Memory | Learning Across a Lifetime
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In this episode of MOHIVATE, Dr Mohi explores the science of memory and how the brain learns, adapts, and changes across a lifetime.
From everyday forgetfulness to learning in childhood, recovery after illness, and the concerns many carry about ageing, this conversation gently unpacks how memory really works. Not as a fixed trait, but as a living biological process shaped by attention, emotion, sleep, health, and experience.
With clinical insight, warmth, and practical perspective, this episode invites you to understand memory not as something we either have or lose, but as something we continue to build, support, and relearn at every stage of life.
- Memory encoding, consolidation, and retrieval
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3411412/ - Memory consolidation overview
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4526749/ - Cognitive neuroscience perspective on memory
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10410470/ - Retrieval supports consolidation
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5912918/ - Alzheimer Disease basics — NIH overview of Alzheimer’s as a progressive condition affecting memory and cognition.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499922/ - Memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease — describes how memory impairment is a core and early symptom in AD.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3898682/
📚 Book References (clickable)
- Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science of Remembering Everything ;exploration of memory techniques and human performance.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Moonwalking-Einstein-Science-Remembering-Everything/dp/0141032138 - Memory Superpowers by Nelson Dellis : child-friendly memory technique book by a world memory champion (searchable on all major book retailers)- https://www.amazon.co.uk/Memory-Superpowers-Adventurous-Remembering-Forget-ebook/dp/B0855FMVKN/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.dgIUu6wHrgSDgl93grcB6w.cMhWaZwyW-lKt6gyUK75jSTi5RHnqkyXZiStt1Jwn-A&qid=1769031876&sr=8-1
Just a gentle reminder: this episode is for information, education, and inspiration only. It’s not a substitute for your doctor’s advice. For any personal health concerns, always seek guidance from your doctor.