Psych 101 Final Chapter 8 Flashcards
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According to the Atkinson-Shiffrin model, ________.

memories are processed the same way that a computer processes information

The example of eyewitnesses remembering a purse snatcher as a man in a blue shirt when it was actually a woman in a flowered dress illustrates ________.

  • suggestibility (correct)
  • reconstruction
  • sexism
  • recognition
  • Elaborative rehearsal involves ________.

  • immediately applying new information to a practical problem
  • organizing information into manageable bits or chunks
  • thinking about the meaning of the new information and its relation to knowledge already stored in your memory (correct)
  • sleeping immediately after learning new information to allow your mind to process it
  • Elena uses chunking to help her remember numbers by grouping them into manageable parts. This is an example of ________.

    <p>chunking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Encoding information occurs through ________.

    <p>automatic processing and effortful processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Engram refers to the ________.

    <p>physical trace of a memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Forgetting good experiences after a breakup is an example of ________.

    <p>bias</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Kennedy assassination is considered a ________, a clear recollection of an important event.

    <p>flashbulb memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explicit memory is different from implicit memory because ________.

    <p>explicit memories are memories we consciously try to remember and recall, while implicit memories are those that are not part of our consciousness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For a memory to go into storage, it must pass through three stages: sensory memory, short-term memory, and ________ memory.

    <p>long-term</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jason's inability to recall Spanish vocabulary after switching to Pashto is an example of ________ interference.

    <p>retroactive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Lisa's inability to remember details about a quarter after paying no attention to it may be an example of ________.

    <p>encoding failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People may accidentally distort facts because ________.

    <p>it can happen in the process of retrieving old memories and combining them with new memories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Remembering ________ is a good example of episodic memory.

    <p>your first day of school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Researchers showed the hippocampus functions in memory processing by creating lesions in the hippocampi of rats, leading to ________.

    <p>memory impairment on various tasks, such as object recognition and maze running</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The encoding of words and their meaning is known as ________ encoding.

    <p>semantic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The formation of new memories is sometimes called ________, while bringing up old memories is called ________.

    <p>construction; reconstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Lashley develop by damaging the brains of rats during a learned task?

    <p>equipotentiality hypothesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is episodic memory?

    <p>information about events we have personally experienced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is procedural memory?

    <p>type of implicit memory that stores information about how to do things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the set of processes used to encode, store, and retrieve information over different periods of time?

    <p>memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be changed to make the sentence true: 'There are three types of encoding: semantic, visual, and sensory.'?

    <p>change the word 'sensory' to 'acoustic'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The encoding of words and their meaning is known as ________ encoding.

    <p>semantic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tendency for an individual to have better memory for information that relates to oneself in comparison to material with less personal relevance?

    <p>self-reference effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of memories do we consciously try to remember and recall?

    <p>explicit memories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is procedural memory?

    <p>type of implicit memory that stores information about how to do things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Engram refers to the ________.

    <p>physical trace of a memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept describes the effects of misinformation from external sources that leads to the creation of false memories?

    <p>suggestibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is episodic memory?

    <p>information about events we have personally experienced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Remembering ________ is a good example of episodic memory.

    <p>your first day of school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In order to remember his lines for the play, Guy repeats his lines over and over again. This process is called ________.

    <p>rehearsal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a good example of semantic encoding?

    <p>remembering the colors of the rainbow with the acronym ROY-G-BIV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When people say you never forget how to ride a bike, they are referring to ________ memory, also known as non-declarative memory.

    <p>implicit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When you take a multiple-choice test, you are relying on ________, a means of retrieving information from your long-term memory.

    <p>recognition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If I am looking at a snake and processing the fear caused by it, what part of my brain am I using?

    <p>amygdala</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The example of eyewitnesses remembering a purse snatcher as a man in a blue shirt when it was actually a woman in a flowered dress illustrates ________.

    <p>suggestibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    People may accidentally distort facts because ________.

    <p>it can happen in the process of retrieving old memories and combining them with new memories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Atkinson-Shiffrin Model

    • Memories are processed similarly to computer information.
    • Short-term memory can take different forms.

    Eyewitness Testimony

    • Suggestibility can create false memories through misinformation.
    • Eyewitness accounts are often influenced by external suggestions.

    Memory Rehearsal Techniques

    • Elaborative rehearsal links new information to existing knowledge.
    • Chunking organizes information into manageable groups for better recall.

    Memory Encoding

    • Encoding occurs through both automatic and effortful processing.
    • Engram refers to the physical trace of a memory within the brain.

    Types of Memory

    • Explicit memories are consciously recalled, while implicit memories operate unconsciously.
    • Episodic memory involves personal experiences, while procedural memory focuses on skills and tasks.

    Stages of Memory Storage

    • Memory transitions from sensory memory to short-term memory before encoding into long-term memory.

    Memory Interference

    • Retroactive interference occurs when new information impairs the recall of previously learned information.
    • Encoding failure can arise from lack of attention to details.

    Emotional Impact on Memory

    • Strong emotions enhance memory retention through neurotransmitter and hormone release.

    Self-Reference Effect

    • Individuals tend to remember information more accurately when it relates personally to them.

    Misinformation Effect

    • Distorted memories can arise from external influences during recall.

    Recognition vs. Recall

    • Recognition involves identifying information from memory, while recall requires independent retrieval.

    Brain Structures in Memory

    • The amygdala processes emotions linked to memory, influencing memory formation and recall.

    Key Memory Concepts

    • Construction refers to forming new memories, while reconstruction relates to retrieving old memories.
    • The equipotentiality hypothesis suggests different brain areas can adapt in response to damage impacting memory tasks.

    Memory Reliability

    • Eyewitness testimony can be unreliable due to suggestibility and external influences.

    Importance of Rehearsal

    • Rehearsal aids in the retention of information, helping transition data into long-term memory storage.

    Memory Types and Examples

    • Semantic encoding involves transforming words and meanings into memory, while examples of episodic memory could include recalling personal events like your first day of school.

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    Test your knowledge of Chapter 8 concepts from Psychology 101 with these flashcards. Explore key models and theories related to memory processing, including the Atkinson-Shiffrin model. Ideal for review before your final exam.

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