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What is the Tip of the Tongue phenomenon?
What is the Tip of the Tongue phenomenon?
Who conducted the key study related to the Tip of the Tongue phenomenon?
Who conducted the key study related to the Tip of the Tongue phenomenon?
Brown and McNeill
In the retrieval process, information is stored in LTM but is not accessible without the right ______.
In the retrieval process, information is stored in LTM but is not accessible without the right ______.
retrieval cues
Describe a scenario that exemplifies the Tip of the Tongue phenomenon.
Describe a scenario that exemplifies the Tip of the Tongue phenomenon.
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What does Semantic Network Theory suggest?
What does Semantic Network Theory suggest?
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Study Notes
Tip of the Tongue Phenomenon
- Refers to the experience of feeling confident about knowing an answer but being unable to produce it.
- Reflects a common cognitive occurrence where retrieval fails despite a strong belief in knowledge.
Key Study
- Brown and McNeill conducted a study in 1966 examining the TOT phenomenon.
- Participants reported experiencing TOT about 10% of the time, indicating a strong inclination towards knowing a word yet failing to recall it at that moment.
Retrieval Process
- Retrieval is not an all-or-nothing process; partial recollection is often possible.
- Information can be stored in long-term memory (LTM) but may require specific cues for access.
- Memory organization is logical, and connected pieces of information can aid in triggering additional cues during retrieval attempts.
Example of TOT
- Describes a scenario where a person remembers various aspects of a watched movie but cannot recall its title.
- Illustrates the frustration of TOT, as the answer often unexpectedly comes to mind after relaxing or ceasing the effort to remember.
Semantic Network Theory
- Suggests that providing cues can activate different connected nodes in the brain, facilitating memory recall.
- Demonstrates how information is interconnected, enabling retrieval through associative links.
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Explore the intriguing 'Tip of the Tongue' phenomenon through these flashcards. Learn about its definition and examine key studies, like that of Brown and McNeill (1966), that delve into why we sometimes struggle to recall certain words. Perfect for students of psychology and cognitive science.
