Can you train yourself to have a better memory? In certain ways, yes. You should treat "brain games" with a healthy amount of skepticism, but when it comes to memory, practicing various techniques can actually help you increase your ability to recall.
Just ask Nelson Dellis. Nelson is a three time winner of the USA Memory Championship (which includes such challenges as memorizing 117 faces and names in 15 minutes), and is well-versed in memorization techniques and brain health. It's not an inherent talent; Nelson started competing in memory contests in 2009 after watching his grandmother succumb to Alzheimer's disease, and believes anyone can improve their memory with practice. He also founded a nonprofit aimed at raising funds for Alzheimer's research.
How does he do it? He'll be here for the next hour, so ask away!
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