Smell and Memory: Therapeutic Potential

The sense of smell can evoke emotional memories more effectively than any other sense, and it is also associated with overall psychological well-being. Memories, clustered in the first decade of life, stand out for their ability to induce emotional recollections more effectively than memories triggered by other sensory cues. Understanding the therapeutic potential of odor-evoked memories in influencing mood and physiological responses could offer insights into leveraging their positive effects for psychological and physical well-being.