2.5 Physc

Semantic Memory

A type of memory that encompasses explicit memories and general knowledge.

Memory Storage

The brain does not have a specific location for storing memories; they are distributed across different regions.

Episodic Memory

One of the two main systems of memory that involves experienced events.

Frontal Lobes and Hippocampus

Brain regions where explicit memories, including facts and episodes, are stored.

Working Memory

Primarily associated with the left frontal lobe, used for tasks like recalling a password.

Visual Memory

Processed in the right frontal lobe, distinct from working memory.

Hippocampus Development

Grows as a child matures and is crucial for processing explicit facts and social information.

Memory Consolidation

The process of archiving older memories, aided by sleep.

Amnesia Example

A woman with amnesia refused to shake hands due to a past negative experience she could not remember.

Cerebellum

Responsible for forming and storing implicit memories.

Basal Ganglia

Deep brain structures involved in movement that receive input from the cortex.

Flashbulb Memories

Vivid memories of significant moments, such as a first kiss or traumatic events.