Memory | Psychology

Memory

Stored and processed in different parts of the brain according to its content.

Short-Term Memory Definition

When sensory information is considered important and coded into the memory.

Short-Term Memory Duration

6-18 Seconds

Short-Term Capacity

7+2 Items

Long-Term Memory Definition

When information is rehearsed and recorded into the memory.

Long-Term Memory Duration

Lifelong

Long-Term Memory Capacity

Unlimited Items

Implicit Memory

A type of long-term memory that is performed unconsciously.

Procedural Memory

A type of implicit memory of how to do things.

Explicit Memory

A type of long-term memory of facts and events that can be recalled.

Semantic Memory

A type of explicit memory of factual knowledge.

Episodic Memory

A type of long-term memory of personal experiences and events.