MEMORY: interference A01 Flashcards
1
Q
what is interference?
A
forgetting because one memory blocks another, causing one or both memories to be distorted or forgotten
2
Q
What are the two types of interfernce?
A
proactive and retroactive
3
Q
What is proactive interference?
A
when old memories interfere the recall of new memories
4
Q
example of proactive interference?
A
you say your old postcode and not your new one
5
Q
what is retroactive interfernce?
A
when new memories interfere with the recall of old memories.
6
Q
example of retroactive interfernce?
A
you get a new phone number and can’t remember your old number.
