Memory

Memory

1. Definition

   • Human memory can most broadly be defined as the process by which we retain information about events that happened in the past

2. Sensory memory

   • Initial contact for stimuli
     • Only capable of retaining information for a very short time

3. Short Term Memory

   • The information we are currently aware of or thinking about.
     • The information found here comes from the sensory memory

4. Long Term Memory

   • Continual Storage of information which is largely outside of our awareness
     • But can be called into working memory when needed

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