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Evidence supporting the involvement of the amygdala and hippocampus in memory includes findings from the study of HM amnesia (Milner et al.).

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Evidence supporting the involvement of the amygdala and hippocampus in memory includes findings from the study of HM amnesia (Milner et al.)

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Amygdala and Hippocampus in Memory

Research indicates that the amygdala is involved in emotional memory processing, while the hippocampus is crucial for forming new explicit memories. The case study of HM illustrates the impact of damage to these areas on memory capabilities.

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