What's in a name? It's a question you may not think much about. But it's a loaded one with a deep answer. "In theory, a person’s name is the word any person will hear the most in their lifetime," says ...

When I try, I can learn names quickly and effectively. Even though I don't have a particularly good memory, I've developed skills and tricks: my secrets for learning names. First, pay attention. If I ...

In her role at Duke, Cam Kelly’s memory gets put to the test. As Associate Vice President for Principal Gifts for Duke Alumni Engagement and Development, she maintains a mental rolodex of Duke alumni ...

Humans aren't designed to remember everything, but there are steps you can take so you won't forget where you stashed your car keys. - Westend61/Getty Images (CNN) — Most of us are familiar with the ...

How often do you forget where you put your phone? Walk into the kitchen and forget why you’re there? Have trouble remembering the name of an old work colleague? Or struggle to find a word you’re ...

Editor’s note: The podcast Chasing Life With Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the medical science behind some of life’s mysteries big and small. You can listen to episodes here. (CNN) — Most of us are ...