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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.
