"Memory and Aging: Examining Biden's Verbal Lapses"

Memory, regardless of age, is fallible and malleable, with the act of forgetting being an important aspect of memory. Our brains prioritize important memories, making it difficult to recall less important details or events. As we age, declines in memory and cognitive abilities are broad and almost universal, with the raw power of memory peaking in our early twenties. Older brains can compensate for weaknesses by strategically focusing on important information and making connections between experiences. Forgetting allows us to extract important principles and wisdom from our experiences, while the inability to recall names and dates is a common complaint of aging and not necessarily a sign of cognitive decline.