I know we've all been told (and experienced first-hand) that cramming doesn't work, and learn better when our practice or study sessions are spaced out over time. But why?

What's actually happening in our brains, that makes spaced practice more effective?

Why Too-Short Practice Breaks Could Undermine Your Learning

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