Types of long term memory

Question 1

What are the 3 types of long term memory?

Answer 1

1. Procedural memory
2. Semantic memory
3. Episodic memory

Question 2

What is procedural memory?

Answer 2

1. Responsible for knowing how to do things (e.g. motor skills)
2. Doesn’t involve conscious thought
3. You’re practically immune to forgetting procedural memories- they’re very strong
4. Examples- playing a sport/ instrument

Question 3

What is semantic memory?

Answer 3

1. Responsible for storing information about the world
2. It’s factual information
3. Knowledge about word meanings/ general knowledge
4. Examples- names, quiz knowledge

Question 4

What is episodic memory?

Answer 4

1. Responsible for storing information about events that we’ve experienced in our lives
2. Involves conscious thought
3. Examples- birthdays