Information Processing Model

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What is sensory processing?

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Sensory processing is the initial stage of the information processing model where sensory information is received and processed by the brain.

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What is short-term working memory?

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Short-term working memory is a temporary storage system that holds information for a brief period, allowing for manipulation and processing.

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What is long-term memory?

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Long-term memory is a storage system that retains information over extended periods, allowing for retrieval and use in the future.

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What is decay in memory?

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Decay refers to the fading of memory traces over time, leading to forgetting if the information is not actively maintained.

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What is interference in memory?

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Interference is a phenomenon where new or existing information disrupts the recall of other information, affecting memory performance.

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What is interference theory?

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Interference theory suggests that forgetting occurs because memories interfere with and disrupt one another.

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What is semantic knowledge?

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Semantic knowledge refers to general world knowledge that we have accumulated throughout our lives, such as facts and concepts.

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What is episodic knowledge?

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Episodic knowledge is the ability to recall personal experiences and specific events from one's past.

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What role does the hippocampus play in memory?

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The hippocampus is involved in the formation and retrieval of memories, particularly in converting short-term memories to long-term ones.

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What role does the amygdala play in memory?

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The amygdala is involved in processing emotions and is crucial for emotional memory formation.