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A highly superior memory
A highly superior memory
A highly superior memory
Sunday 21st April 2019
Discover Becky's journey with Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory (HSAM) and the science behind this rare condition on 'All In The Mind'.
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Get the buttons here!The Woman Who Remembers Every Day: Becky's HSAM Journey
The difference between OCD and HSAM, though, is that remembering things isn't an obsession, it's just something your brain does.
Imagine recalling every single day of your life with perfect clarity. That's the reality for Becky, an Australian woman with Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory (HSAM). In this episode of 'All In The Mind', we dive into Becky's extraordinary world, where no day is forgotten. Becky shares her unique experiences, shedding light on what it's like to live with such an exceptional memory. From remembering mundane daily details to significant life events, her story is both fascinating and complex.
But it's not all rosy; Becky also talks about the challenges and emotional toll of having a memory that never fades. The episode doesn't stop at personal anecdotes. Host Lynne Malcolm brings in experts to explain the science behind HSAM. You'll hear about the ongoing research and what it reveals about our brain's capacity for memory. Is HSAM a gift or a burden? How does it affect mental health and imagination? These are just some of the intriguing questions explored.
Whether you're a psychology buff or just curious about the human mind, this episode offers a captivating look into a rare cognitive phenomenon.