Basics
what is memory?
The process of encoding, storing, and retrieving information. OR The capacity of living organisms to store and retrieve information, enabling them to learn and adapt.
How long does short term memory last?
15-30 seconds
What is the name of the curve graph that shows the effect of spaced repetition on memory?
The forgetting Curve
is memory like a camera?
no, it is a reconstructive process
What part of the brain helps create new memories?
hippocampus
What are the three stages of memory?
Encoding, storage, and retrieval.
What is sensory memory?
very brief memory from senses
Does a change in the wording of a question effect our answers?
yes
what are the three types of memory we discused?
sensory, STM, LTM
What helps consolidate memories?
sleep
What is retrieval or recall?
The stage where we access stored information.
give me an example of "unconcious or procedral memory"
any skill like riding a bike
Name one thing that can cause an altered memory
bias, bias language, lots of small edits over time during recall.
How much information can someone store in their LTM?
unknown cap / unlimited
What does the amygdala combine with memory?
emotion
What’s the difference between short-term and long-term memory?
STM lasts seconds and holds fewer items; LTM can last a lifetime.
If I wear a perfume only when I study what can I do to remember more for a test?
wear the same perfume. The scent will trigger the memories
What is it called when we alter our memories during recall?
Memory reconsolidation
why might childhood memories change over time?
memory editing over time may occur due to lots of recall
What action must be done to move STM to LTM?
rehearsal or repeating information (example is studying)
What is encoding?
The process of taking in and transforming information.
What is memory chunking?
turning 867534 into 867-534 to remember it
Why is it important to study over the course of serval days/weeks instead of cramming last minute?
The forgetting curve shows spaced out recall creates the best possible memory
when you remember something you are NOT are remembering the original event. What are you remembering?
The last time you've recalled it
Give one example of why accurate memory is important
eyewitness testimony, self perception, relationships