Psychology Chapter: Types of Amnesia and Memory

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is an example of retrograde amnesia?

Jane Doe remembers her first day of school more clearly than any other day because her best friend was not there.

Every day she wakes up with no memory of what she did the day before.

Jane Doe is in a boating accident. (correct)

Jane Doe can provide a second-by-second account of what she ate for dinner.

According to Baddeley and Hitch, what form does short-term memory take?

Short-term memory itself has different forms.

Quincy is struck on the back of the head. What type of amnesia does she have?

Retrograde

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Anterograde (correct)

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After graduation, Kenethia practices knitting to get better at it again. This is an example of what?

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Which of the following is a good example of anterograde amnesia?

Every day he wakes up with no memory of what he did the day before, feeling as though no time has passed. Signup and view all the answers

What is needed for a memory to go into storage?

It has to pass through sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory. Signup and view all the answers

How does encoding information occur?

Through automatic processing and effortful processing. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of levels of processing theory?

To remember information, think about it more deeply and link it to other memories. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two components of declarative memory?

Semantic and episodic. Signup and view all the answers

What is episodic memory?

Information about events we have personally experienced. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Amnesia

Retrograde Amnesia: Characterized by inability to recall personal information or past memories after a trauma, such as emerging from a coma with no sense of self.
Anterograde Amnesia: Inability to form new memories after a specific event, illustrated by Quincy who can recall her life up until the injury but not afterwards.

Memory Retrieval and Relearning

Relearning: A method to retrieve information from long-term memory, exemplified by Kenethia who relearns knitting after a long break.
Levels of Processing Theory: Emphasizes the importance of connecting new information to existing knowledge for better retention.

Memory Storage Stages

To store a memory in long-term format, it must pass through:
- Sensory Memory
- Short-Term Memory
- Long-Term Memory

Types of Memory

Declarative Memory: Comprised of:
- Semantic Memory: Knowledge of facts and concepts.
- Episodic Memory: Personal experiences and specific events.

Memory Encoding Processes

Memory encoding occurs through:
- Automatic Processing: Unconscious encoding of information.
- Effortful Processing: Requires conscious effort to encode information.

Memory Examples

Example of Anterograde Amnesia: A person waking up daily with no memory of the previous day due to inability to form new memories post-accident.
Example of Episodic Memory: Involves storage of events we have personally experienced, differentiating it from semantic memory that pertains to general knowledge.

Key Memory Concepts

Fluency of Recall: People often recall happier memories more easily than sad ones.
Significance of Contextual Links: Building retrieval cues enhances memory recall effectiveness, promoting deeper understanding and retention of information.

Description

Explore various types of amnesia, including retrograde and anterograde amnesia, and understand their impact on memory. Delve into the processes of memory retrieval, relearning, and the stages of memory storage, along with definitions of declarative memory. This quiz is essential for those studying psychology and cognitive processes.