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This Emotional Life  Positive and negative stress

Robert Sapolsky on how chronic stress affects our memory... Details

 

Program: This Emotional Life

Episode: Positive and negative stress

Neuroscientist Robert Sapolsky explains that stress in the form of stimulation is a positive force in our lives but too much stress can have adverse affects on the brain. He explains that how chronic stress affects our memory and decision making, saying that "Your memory goes down the tubes with chronic stress."

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Duration: (2:22)
Premiere Date: 08/18/2009
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR


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