It can be amongst the most infuriating experiences ever -- a dire tune gets stuck in your head and you just can't shake it. It's the worst. But every cloud has a silver lining. New research from UC Davis suggests these experiences are more than a passing nuisance. In fact, events like this play an important role in helping memories form. Petr Janata is a UC Davis professor of psychology and co-author on the new study.
27 Jun 2021