Why Can't You Remember Being a Baby?

The video explains childhood amnesia, a phenomenon where early memories are forgotten as the brain develops. It highlights the role of the hippocampus in forming episodic memories and how rapid neuron growth in children may lead to memory loss. The video also discusses ongoing research into other brain areas like the amygdala and prefrontal cortex to understand childhood amnesia better.

What is childhood amnesia and when does it typically start to set in?

What are some types of memories that do not seem to be affected by childhood amnesia?

How do scientists believe the development of the hippocampus affects memory retention in children?

What role do new neurons play in the memory formation process according to the research on mice?

Why is it important to study other parts of the brain, such as the amygdala and prefrontal cortex, in relation to childhood amnesia?