Memory Chapter 8 Flashcards

Study Notes

Memory Concepts

Hierarchies enhance memory by organizing concepts into structured groups, facilitating efficient processing and effective chunking.
Flashbulb Memory captures vivid recollections of emotionally significant events, highlighting the intensity of the moment.
Deja Vu is the sensation of having previously experienced a current situation, often triggered by familiar cues that activate past memories.
Spacing Effect reflects how distributed study or practice improves long-term retention compared to cramming.
Method of Loci is a mnemonic device that links items to remember with specific physical locations, utilizing spatial memory.
Storage in memory refers to the ability to retain information over time, encompassing various processes and systems within the brain.
Chunking involves organizing information into meaningful units, which aids in easier recall and retention.
Retrieval is the process of accessing and bringing stored information back into conscious awareness when needed.
Encoding is the initial processing of information into the memory system, laying the foundation for storage and retrieval.
Mood-Congruent Memory suggests that individuals recall memories consistent with their current emotional state, whether positive or negative.
Proactive Interference occurs when previously learned information hinders the recall of newer information, affecting learning and memory performance.
Priming involves the subconscious activation of associations within memory, influencing subsequent thoughts and actions.

Description

Explore crucial concepts from Chapter 8 on Memory through these flashcards. Learn about hierarchies, flashbulb memories, and the phenomenon of déjà vu. Enhance your understanding of how memories are organized and recalled.