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Scientists have invented a way to erase bad memories. But should we?
- _wire_ 5mo ago-- How happy is the blameless vestal's lot The world forgetting, by the world forgot Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind Each pray'r accepted And each wish resign'd -- Pa-a-a-t-r-i-c-k-k-k!
- orionblastar 5mo agoThen how will we learn from our mistakes and the actions of others so we don't repeat those memories?
- _bypa 5mo agoI suppose for people crippled by a traumatic memory it would be beneficial though I'm not sure if that could truly wipe it from your mind with all associated emotions and thoughts. That's why they acknowledge that in the article and suggest modifying emotions or the intensity thereof instead. FYI in mice (for now)
- orionblastar 5mo agoI suppose there are exceptions, and people who need it the most should be served first. But my bad memories taught me who not to trust and to be paranoid.
- dc396 5mo agoFor one version of this, see: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eternal_Sunshine_of_the_Spotless_Mind https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eternal_Sunshine_of_the_Spotle...