Why does time seem to go faster as we get older?

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Why does time seem to go faster as we get older?

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Answer 1

Understand that our perception of time depends on our memory of it as a series of flash points to call back on.
Memories in turn are how your brain stores unique experiences for future reference.
Experiences that are *not* new, unique or novel are less likely to be kept as memories.
Adults are less likely to experience events that are new, unique or novel and as so are not going to be forming as many new memories -ergo for them time will appear to move faster.