Memory Process
These are the 3-stages of memory processing in order.
Encoding, Storage, Retrieval
Memory that involves things you can do without consciously thinking about it. Such as riding a bike.
Implicit
Being able to identify information that you have previously learned after encountering again.
Recognition
New information hinders recall of old information.
Retroactive interference
Part of the brain involved in fear and fear memories.
Amygdala
This is the encoding of words.
Semantic encoding
Storage of brief sensory events such as sights, sounds, and tastes.
Sensory Memory
Memory of facts or events we can consciously remember and recall.
Explicit Memory
The formation of new memories.
Construction
Being able to access information without cues.
Recall
This is the encoding of images _____________ and ______________ is the encoding of sound.
Visual and Acoustic
The act of getting information out of memory storage and back into conscious awareness.
Retrieval
Memories that are not part of our consciousness. Such as skills we don't have think about.
Implicit Memory
The process of bringing up old memories.
Reconstruction
Information that you previously learned.
Relearning
The conscious repetition of information to be remembered.
Rehearsal
Type of memory that would involve you having memory of words.
Semantic Memory
A set of processes used to encode, store, and retrieve information over different periods of time.
Memory
The effects of misinformation from external sources that leads to the formation of false memories
Suggestibility
Memory techniques that can be effective when studying for class.
Elaborative rehearsal, Apply the self-reference effect, Rehearse, keep studying to prevent storage decay, study without distractions, aerobic exercise, getting enough sleep, use mnemonic devices
The tendency of one to have better memory for information that relates to oneself in comparison to material that has less personal relevance.
Self-Reference Effect
The capacity of working memory. (number of units)
7 +/- 2
To consolidate the material learned into long-term memory.
Inability to remember new information after point of trauma.
Anterograde Amnesia
Loss of memory for events that occurred prior to the trauma.
Retrograde Amnesia