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Scientists delete scary memory in mice; possible treatment for post-traumatic disorder

By Website Introductions at 10/26/08 21:08

Nobody would like to dwell in those traumatic memories we have. Personally, I would like those memories, especially the most traumatic ones, to be forever deleted from my memory. That may be possible a couple from years now.

Scientists have successfully deleted scary memories in genetically engineered mice. These mice's brains were engineered to overproduce a key enzyme that is also present in human beings. This may be a step toward a possible cure for post-traumatic disorders.

Link: Scientists erase scary memories in mice - Los Angeles Times