Memory & Intelligence

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The persistence of learning over time through the encoding, storage, and retrieval of information

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Memory

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A clear memory of an emotionally significant moment or event

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Flashbulb memory

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The process of getting information into the memory system — for example, by extracting meaning

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Encoding

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The process of retaining encoded information over time

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Storage

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The process of getting information out of memory storage

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Retrieval

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The immediate, very brief recording of sensory information in the memory system.

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Sensory memory

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Briefly activated memory of a few items (such as digits of a phone number while calling) that is later stored or forgotten

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Short-term memory

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The relatively permanent and limitless archive of the memory system. Includes knowledge, skills, and experiences

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Long-term memory

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A newer understanding of short-term memory; conscious, active processing of both (1) incoming sensory information, and (2) information retrieved from long-term memory

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Working memory

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A memory component that briefly holds auditory information

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Phonological loop