Enhancing Memory Through Brain Stimulation During Sleep

Recent neuroscience studies highlight the crucial role of sleep in memory consolidation, selectively preserving relevant memories while discarding non-essential ones. Dreaming, particularly during REM sleep, has been linked with memory consolidation, and the content of dreams may reflect the neural activity related to recent experiences. Sleep disorders, including insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome, can significantly hinder memory consolidation, leading to memory impairments. Effective treatment strategies for sleep disorders are needed to optimize cognitive health and daily functioning.