Human memory
Human memory is complex and operates through multiple systems that interact to store and retrieve information. It can be divided into several main types based on how it works and its duration: 1. Sensory Memory Function : Stores incoming sensory information (vision, hearing, touch, smell, and taste) for a very short period (fractions of a second). Types : Iconic Memory (visual): Stores visual images for less than a second. Echoic Memory (auditory): Retains sounds for a few seconds after hearing them. 2. Short-Term (or Working) Memory Function : Holds information for a short period (15-30 seconds) while being processed. Capacity : Limited (about 7±2 items, such as numbers or words). Importance : Helps with thinking and decision-making, such as remembering a phone number temporarily while dialing it. 3. Long-Term Memory Function : Stores information for extended periods, from days to a lifetime. Capacity : Virtually unlimited. Types : Explicit (Declarative) M...
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