Depression Can Make It Hard to Think Clearly
Depression can cloud the mind, but we can improve our ability to think clearly. One mechanism of depression's effects on memory may involve neuroinflammation. Neuroinflammation appears to disrupt functions of the hippocampus, an area of the brain key in memory. Adaptive strategies and treatment may improve cognition in people experiencing depression. What was her name? I could vividly picture her. I could remember all kinds of stories and times we shared. Why couldn't I think of her name? I...
