the psychobiological process of memory Flashcards

unit 3 aos 2

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processes for human memory

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encoding: conversion of sensory information into a usable form so that it can be neurologically represented (placed) and stored in memory.

storage: retention of the encoded information

retrieval: recovery of stored information for use when needed

incoming sensory info—encoding—-storage—retrieval

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atkinson-shiffrin multi store model

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sensory info from external environment—-sensory memory (1) —-attention—–short term memory (2/3)—-encoding/retrieval——long term memory (4)

(1) not attended to in sensory=lost from sensory
(2) rehearsal=keeps info in STM
(3) not rehearsed in STM=lost from STM
(4) LTM=some information may be lost or become inaccessible over time

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function, capacity and duration of sensory memory

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function
-receives sensory info from our environment
-enables us to perceive our world with continuity

capacity
-potentially unlimited capacity (both iconic and echoic)

duration
-iconic memory: 0.2-0.4 of a second
-echoic memory: 3-4 seconds

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function, capacity and duration of short term memory

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function
-receives info from sensory memory and transfers info to and from LTM
-maintains info in conscious awareness for immediate use

capacity
- 5-9 items

duration
-18-20 seconds, possibly up to 30

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function, capacity, and duration of long term memory

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function
-stores info for re-access and use of at a later time (only info from LTM is retrieved)

capacity
-potentially unlimited

duration
-potentially permanent, indefinite (though some info may be lost or inaccessible over time)

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sensory memory

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the entry point of memory in which incoming sensory stimuli are retained in their original sensory form for a brief period of time

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iconic memory

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where visual information is stored in sensory memory

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echoic memory

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where auditory information is stored in sensory memory

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short-term memory (STM)

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a memory system with limited storage capacity in which information is stored for a relatively short time

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long-term memory (LTM)

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a memory store that holds a potentially unlimited amount of information for a very long time, possibly permanently

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explicit memory

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LTM that can be consciously retrieved and stated (declarative)

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episodic memory

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LTM of personally experienced events associated with a particular time and place (what, when, where)

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semantic memory

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LTM of facts and knowledge around the world

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implicit memory

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LTM that doesn’t require conscious or intentional retrieval (non-declarative)

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procedural memory

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LTM for the skills involve in particular tasks

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classically conditioned memory

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involves an involuntary response to a stimulus that has been repeatedly associated with an emotionally arousing stimulus

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function of hippocampus

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-encodes explicit memories
-encodes classically-conditioned memories

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function of amygdala

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-encodes the emotional components of memory

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function of neocortex

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-storage and retrieval of explicit memories

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function of basal ganglia

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-encodes procedural memories
-storage of classically-conditioned memories

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function of cerebellum

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-encodes procedural memories
-temporary storage of procedural memories
-storage of simple conditioned reflexes

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possible imagined futures

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hypothetical experiences and situations that an individual has the ability to create and conceptualise in their mind

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how does semantic memory contribute to creating possible imagined futures?

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able to envision possible scenarios that fit in with what we know about the world

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how does episodic memory contribute to creating possible imagined futures?

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able to construct possible imagined future that is subjective and includes more richly detailed elements

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aphantasia
-the phenomenon in which individuals lack the capacity to generate mental imagery -isn’t considered a disorder as it doesn’t need a diagnosis or treatment -those with aphantasia have an impaired ability to imagine possible futures -struggles with retrieving visual info from episodic memory, but still able to retrieve non-visual info from explicit memory
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alzheimer’s disease
-a neurodegenerative disease, characterised by the progressive loss of neurons -deterioration starts in the hippocampus before spreading to other areas -research shows that Alzheimer’s is linked to the formation of amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary tangles
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symptoms of alzheimer's disease
-decrease in cognitive function -personality changes -changes in mood and emotion -frequently becoming confused or disoriented -difficulty with language and communication
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mnemonic
-any technique used to assist memory -makes information more meaningful by linking it to pre-existing knowledge
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acronym
a mnemonic device in which the first letters of items form a pronounceable word to aid memory (eg ANZAC, SAC, GAS)
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acrostic
a mnemonic device in which th4e first letters of items create a phrase, rhyme, or poem to aid memory (eg never eat soggy weetbix)
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method of loci/memory palace
a mnemonic device that converts items into mental images and associates them with a specific function to aid memory
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songline
multimodal performances conducted as a family or community travels through country and spaces in landscape that record journeys, links important sites, and describe ways to live, care for, and nurture country
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sung narratives
stories that share important cultural, ecological, and survival info through the use of singing, harmony, and rhythm