key concepts in memory and an introduction to it Flashcards
1
Q
define memory
A
the process of retaining information after the original thing is longer present
Eysenck 2003
2
Q
what are the 2 main types of memory
A
STM
brief and quickly forgotten
LTM
long lasting
3
Q
define coding
A
format in which memories are stored
4
Q
define capacity
A
the amount of information that can be stored
5
Q
define duration
A
the length of time information can be held in memory
6
Q
what type of memory is involved in primacy
A
primacy = LTM
7
Q
what type of memory is used in recency
A
recency = STM
