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What is primarily responsible for the lack of memories before the age of 4-5?
What is primarily responsible for the lack of memories before the age of 4-5?
- The brain is not fully formed yet. (correct)
- Children often recall memories more efficiently.
- The brain is fully formed by this age.
- Children have developed strong schemas.
What does the reminiscence bump refer to?
What does the reminiscence bump refer to?
- The decline of memory with aging.
- Memorable events that occur in one’s 20s. (correct)
- Memories of events during childhood.
- The clarity of memories in old age.
How does recall change with aging?
How does recall change with aging?
- Recall improves in older adults.
- Recall becomes more efficient with age.
- Recall remains unchanged throughout life.
- Recall decreases as people age. (correct)
Which of the following factors can enhance recall?
Which of the following factors can enhance recall?
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What type of encoding involves the most depth in processing information?
What type of encoding involves the most depth in processing information?
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What is a consequence of cognitive offloading when learning something new?
What is a consequence of cognitive offloading when learning something new?
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Which activity is recommended to seek serenity before or after studying?
Which activity is recommended to seek serenity before or after studying?
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Study Notes
Infantile amnesia
- Very little memory of events before the age of 4-5
- Brains are still developing
- Lack of schemas makes it difficult to store memories effectively
Schemas
- Help organize and store memories efficiently
Reminiscence Bump
- A period in your twenties where a large number of memorable events occur
- These events are often well-remembered years later
- This period coincides with rapid brain development and significant life experiences
Studiousity
- A tool that can help with written work
Age and Memory
- Recognition: Remains relatively consistent with age
- Recall: Declines with age
- Could be due to declining motivation rather than cognitive decline
Context and Recall
- Surroundings, smells, sights, and sounds can help with memory recall
Seeking Serenity
- Engaging in activities like sleep, exercise, or relaxation can improve memory and learning
Encoding Depth
- Processing information at a deeper level, such as semantic encoding, leads to stronger memory formation
Cognitive Offloading
- People rely less on memory when they know information can be retrieved easily
- Self-testing is a powerful learning technique and can improve memory retention
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