Researchers have discovered that positive emotions enhance perceptual memories during sleep, particularly in the non-REM stage.

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Researchers at the RIKEN Center for Brain Science (CBS) have uncovered how perceptual memories linked to positive emotions, ...

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Researchers have uncovered how perceptual memories linked to positive emotions, such as joy or happiness, are strengthened during sleep. The study could help scientists understand the neurological ...