Remembering
What is prospective memory?
The ability to remember to do something in the future.
Which priority should be done today?
High Priority
Name one thing you can store in your phone to help your memory.
What is linking tasks?
Doing a new task while doing something you already do.
Where do many people keep their keys?
In the same place every day.
Name one tool that can help with prospective memory.
Calendar, planner, phone reminders, notebook, or to-do list.
Which priority should be done this week?
Medium Priority
What should you write in a medication list?
Give an example of linking tasks.
Why should everything have a "home"?
It makes things easier to find and remember.
True or False:
Prospective memory helps you remember things you already did.
False.
It helps you remember things you need to do.
Which priority should be done this month?
Low Priority
How often should you check your calendar?
About 1–3 times each day (or more if needed).
What is a backup note?
A reminder placed where you'll see it.
You have a doctor's appointment next month.
What priority is it?
Low Priority
Give one example of prospective memory.
You need to pick up your child from daycare today.
What priority is this?
High Priority
True or False:
A calendar only works if you remember to check it.
True
Name one place to leave a backup note.
Name one automatic place where you could keep your calendar.
Why is prospective memory important?
It helps us complete important daily tasks and stay organized.
You need to call your mom next week for her birthday.
What priority is this?
Medium Priority
Name two memory tools.
What are automatic places?
Places you pass every day where reminders can be placed.
You need to:
Put them in order from highest to lowest priority.