How memory functions Parts of brain in memory Problems with Memory Ways to enhance memory
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What is memory
Information processing system that may act as a computer and can retrieve information over time
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What is Amygdala
Regulates your emotions (such as fear or aggression) and can store your memories
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What is amnesia
Loss of long term memory from disease or physical trauma
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What is Rehearsal
Repetition of information
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What is encoding
Input of information in the memory systems
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What is hippocampus
Memory consolidation that projects information to cortical regions
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What is encoding failure
Memory loss before process begins
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What is Chunking
Organize information into manageable bits
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What is Short- term memory
Temporary system processing incoming sensory
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What is Cerebellum and Prefrontal Cortex
Able to create memories if hippocampus may lose explicit memories
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What is anterograde amnesia
Caused mainly by brain trauma, cannot remember new information but can remember events leading up to event
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What is a Mnemonic Device
Helps to organize information with witty sayings
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What is retrieval
Contains recall, recognition, and relearning. Allows information out of your memory and back into consciousness
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What is neurotransmitters
Epinephrine. Dopamine. Serotonin. Glutamate. Communication among each one is critical to develop memories.
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What is retrograde amnesia
Cannot remember events prior to trauma
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What is forgetting
Loss of information from the long term memory.
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What is arousal theory
Strong emotions trigger strong memories. Weak emotions form weak memories.
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What is misinformation effect
False memories caused by incorrect information or extra information on situation






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