Citation

Oudiette D, Antony JW, Paller KA. Trends Cogn. Sci. 2014; 18(1): 3-4.

Affiliation

Department of Psychology, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL 60208, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2014, Elsevier Publishing)

DOI

10.1016/j.tics.2013.10.003

PMID

24156930

Abstract

Memory storage is not static - updating is often needed. When it comes to traumatic memories, forgetting may be desired. Two innovative studies recently demonstrated that fear memories can be weakened during sleep using odors associated with fear-learning episodes. New strategies along these lines should be carefully considered for treating unwanted fears.

Language: en