Brain’s Working Memory Limits Tied to Learning, Not Just Capacity

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- The study found that working memory and learning are closely linked, with the brain's prefrontal cortex playing a key role in both processes.
- Researchers discovered that the same neurons in the prefrontal cortex are involved in both working memory and learning, suggesting a shared neural mechanism.
- The findings provide insights into how the brain integrates different cognitive functions and could have implications for understanding and treating conditions related to working memory and learning, such as ADHD and Alzheimer's disease.

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