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Cuicui Li1, Tianze Liu2, Rena Li3,4
1Department of Sport Psychology, School of Sport Science, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, 200438, China.
Abstract:
Proactive interference occurs when consolidated memory traces inhibit new learning. This kind of interference decreases the efficiency of new learning and also causes memory errors. Exercise has been shown to facilitate some types of cognitive function; however, whether exercise reduces proactive interference to enhance learning efficiency is not well understood. Thus, this review discusses the effects of exercise on proactive memory interference and explores potential mechanisms, such as neurogenesis and neurochemical changes, mediating any effect.
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