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Everybody wants a good memory. In daily life we need the ability to remember facts and figures, ATM pin numbers, usernames and passwords. Recalling names and faces, phone numbers and dates is critical for personal relationships. Judging from the number of self help books on offer though many people are unsatisfied with their current memory power.

There’s nothing new about this; throughout history people have sought to improve their memory. A variety of mental techniques for strengthening memory have been devised over the centuries and in the last two decades, psychologists and other specialists have looked for new approaches to memory development and improvement. Luckily modern cognitive studies do show that you can develop your memory with the right exercises. Statistical analysis of memory development experiments indicates that those who trained their memory in the experiments showed greater improvement in memory ability than those who did not (the control group).

Memory development is extremely rewarding, because a good memory is key to so many other areas of life. The good news is that you don’t have to pay for books or expensive courses to find out how to improve your memory. The rest of this article lists some of the best free internet resources to turbo-charge your memory using theory, games, exercises, memorization techniques and the right nutrition.

About Memory

Huge number of articles on memory improvement strategies, non-cognitive approaches to memory development and advice on everyday memory problems. Contains special sections for seniors, students and parents.

Online Education Database

The Memory Toolbox: 75 tips and resources to go from amnesic to elephantic.

Mindtools

Teaches useful techniques to remember people’s names, improve recall of information in exams, speed vocabulary retention, and remember detailed, structured information.

Franklin Institute

Explores the science behind the brain’s ability to store memories and then provides practical information to help you use that science to build a powerful memory.

You Must Remember This

Your memory depends on getting your brain the right nutrition. This article discusses what should be fueling your brainpower.

NeuroMod

An online memory improvement course going from basic to advanced mnemonics.

The Memory Gym

Improve your memory with free online memory training software.

Anti-Aging Games for Your Brain

Fun online memory games scientifically developed to help make your brain sweat.

Wikihow

The Wikihow guide to improving your memory.

Play With Your Mind

To round off the list these games will allow you to show off your memory. Or, if your memory is not what it used to be, perhaps these games will help you recover it.