What is a memory? Flashcards

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Define memory:

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The process of retaining information over time.

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What is the 1st stage of the memory process?

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Encoding.

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What is the 2nd stage of the memory process?

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Storage.

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What is the 3rd stage of the memory process?

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Retrieval.

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Define encoding:

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The process of transforming information to put it into memory.

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Define storage:

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The process of maintaining information in our minds.

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Define retrieval:

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The process of taking a memory out of storage.

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What are the two types retrieval?

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  • Recall.
  • Recognition.
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Define memory recall:

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Consciously re-accessing a memory without having to be reminded of the memory first.

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Define memory recognition:

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Retrieving a memory once they’re shown the memory again, because it feels familiar to them.

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