Memory 101 (The Psych 101 Series)

Contemporary research has found that memory is much more than the process for recalling information that has been learned and retainedoit is a rich, nuanced process that is an important part of every human activity. This highly readable foundational text provides an overview of the theories and research on human memory from a psychological perspective. Grounded in the premise that all psychological processes depend on memory, and that memory is shaped by the functions it serves, the authors look at a wide range of memory processes and discuss the major theories that have been developed to explain how it functions. This book describes the major structural and functional theories that guide our understanding of memory. The authors then focus on everyday functions of memory, including memorizing things, remembering to do things (prospective memory), and recalling how to do things, such as skills, procedures, and navigation. Disorders of memory including Alzheimer's and amnesia are examined along with exceptional memory skills, such as the phenomenon of individuals with highly superior autobiographical memory. The book also addresses the intriguing and controversial topics of repressed and recovered memories, the validity of memory in courtroom testimony, and the effects of remembering traumatic events. Illustrative examples, metaphors, and humor make for a text that is engaging and entertaining, resulting in a valuable, concise introduction for students. Key Features: Provides a concise, easy-to-read, yet scientifically based survey of theory and current research on memory Grounded in the concept that memory is foundational to all psychological processes and human experience Covers controversial and intriguing topics including repressed and recovered memories, memory in legal testimony, amnesia, and the phenomenon of super memory Explores the myths and realities surrounding memory loss The Psych 101 Series Short, reader-friendly introductions to cutting-edge topics in psychology. With key concepts, controversial topics, and fascinating accounts of up-to-the-minute research, The Psych 101 Series is a valuable resource for all students of psychology and anyone interested in the field.

Contemporary research has found that memory is much more than the process for recalling information that has been learned and retainedóit is a rich, nuanced process that is an important part of every human activity. This highly readable foundational text provides an overview of the theories and research on human memory from a psychological perspective. Grounded in the premise that all psychological processes depend on memory, and that memory is shaped by the functions it serves, the authors look at a wide range of memory processes and discuss the major theories that have been developed to explain how it functions.

This book describes the major structural and functional theories that guide our understanding of memory. The authors then focus on everyday functions of memory, including memorizing things, remembering to do things (prospective memory), and recalling how to do things, such as skills, procedures, and navigation. Disorders of memory including Alzheimer's and amnesia are examined along with exceptional memory skills, such as the phenomenon of individuals with highly superior autobiographical memory. The book also addresses the intriguing and controversial topics of repressed and recovered memories, the validity of memory in courtroom testimony, and the effects of remembering traumatic events. Illustrative examples, metaphors, and humor make for a text that is engaging and entertaining, resulting in a valuable, concise introduction for students.

Key Features:

• Provides a concise, easy-to-read, yet scientifically based survey of theory and current research on memory
• Grounded in the concept that memory is foundational to all psychological processes and human experience
• Covers controversial and intriguing topics including repressed and recovered memories, memory in legal testimony, amnesia, and the phenomenon of super memory
• Explores the myths and realities surrounding memory loss

The Psych 101 Series

Short, reader-friendly introductions to cutting-edge topics in psychology. With key concepts, controversial topics, and fascinating accounts of up-to-the-minute research, The Psych 101 Series is a valuable resource for all students of psychology and anyone interested in the field.

Contemporary research has found that memory is much more than the process for recalling information that has been learned and retainedóit is a rich, nuanced process that is an important part of every human activity. This highly readable foundational text provides an overview of the theories and research on human memory from a psychological perspective. Grounded in the premise that all psychological processes depend on memory, and that memory is shaped by the functions it serves, the authors look at a wide range of memory processes and discuss the major theories that have been developed to explain how it functions. This book describes the major structural and functional theories that guide our understanding of memory. The authors then focus on everyday functions of memory, including memorizing things, remembering to do things (prospective memory), and recalling how to do things, such as skills, procedures, and navigation. Disorders of memory including Alzheimer's and amnesia are examined along with exceptional memory skills, such as the phenomenon of individuals with highly superior autobiographical memory. The book also addresses the intriguing and controversial topics of repressed and recovered memories, the validity of memory in courtroom testimony, and the effects of remembering traumatic events. Illustrative examples, metaphors, and humor make for a text that is engaging and entertaining, resulting in a valuable, concise introduction for students. Key Features: Provides a concise, easy-to-read, yet scientifically based survey of theory and current research on memory Grounded in the concept that memory is foundational to all psychological processes and human experience Covers controversial and intriguing topics including repressed and recovered memories, memory in legal testimony, amnesia, and the phenomenon of super memory Explores the myths and realities surrounding memory loss The Psych 101 Series Short, reader-friendly introductions to cutting-edge topics in psychology. With key concepts, controversial topics, and fascinating accounts of up-to-the-minute research, The Psych 101 Series is a valuable resource for all students of psychology and anyone interested in the field. This book describes the major structural and functional theories that guide our understanding of memory. The authors then focus on everyday functions of memory, including memorizing things, remembering to do things (prospective memory), and recalling how to do things, such as skills, procedures, and navigation. Disorders of memory including Alzheimer's and amnesia are examined along with exceptional memory skills, such as the phenomenon of individuals with highly superior autobiographical memory. The book also addresses the intriguing and controversial topics of repressed and recovered memories, the validity of memory in courtroom testimony, and the effects of remembering traumatic events. Illustrative examples, metaphors, and humor make for a text that is engaging and entertaining, resulting in a valuable, concise introduction for students. Key Features: Provides a concise, easy-to-read, yet scientifically based survey of theory and current research on memory Grounded in the concept that memory is foundational to all psychological processes and human experience Covers controversial and intriguing topics including repressed and recovered memories, memory in legal testimony, amnesia, and the phenomenon of super memory Explores the myths and realities surrounding memory loss.--page 4 of cover This highly readable foundational text for undergraduates provides an overview of the major theories and research on human memory. Grounded in the premise that all psychological processes depend on memory, and that memory is shaped by how people use it, the authors look at the brain-based memory process and discuss the major theories that have been developed to explain how memory functions. The book examines memory in everyday life-issues such as memorizing facts, when to perform tasks, and remembering life's events-and addresses such intriguing and controversial topics as repressed and recove The Nature of the Identification TaskSystem Variables and Estimator Variables; Estimator Variables; Situational Variables; System Variables; Making a Difference; Notes; References; Chapter 5: Remembering to Take the Cupcakes Out of the Oven: Prospective Memory; The Nature and Structure of Prospective Memory; Basic Theories of Event-Based Prospective Memory; Preparatory Attention and Memory (PAM) Processes Model Versus Multiprocess Theory; Multinomial Model of Prospective Memory; Prospective Memory Diffusion Race (PMDR) Model; Why Should You Care About Prospective Memory?; Medication Adherence Lay Traumatology Belief #2: Long-Term Psychological Harm is Inevitable After a Severe TraumaLay Traumatology Belief #3: Traumatic Experiences are Often Initialy Represed yet Later Recoverable From Memory; Case Studies; Laboratory Evidence of Repression-Like Phenomena; Caveats Regarding Repression-Like Patterns in Memory; Middle Ground; What Can We Do?; Note; References; Chapter 8: Memory Loss: Amnesia and Other Memory Disorders; The Amnestic Syndrome; Psychogenic Amnesia; Dissociative Identity Disorder; Alzheimer's Disease; Effects of Amnesia on the Integrity of the Self Single Process Theories-Signal Detection TheoryDual Process Models; Proof is in the Pudding: Functional Accounts of Memory; Levels of Processing; Encoding Specificity; Conclusions; Appendix; References; Chapter 3: Memory Illusions; The Storehouse Metaphor; Constructive/Reconstructive Theories of Memory; How Memory Illusions are Created; Schemas; Scripts; Postevent Information; Other Sources of False Memories; Memory Illusions and Consciousnes; Conclusions; Notes; References; Chapter 4: Who Done It? Memory and Eyewitness Identification; Mistaken Identifications Cover; Title; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgments; Share Memory 101; Chapter 1: Everything Is Memory; Memory is Intrinsicaly Interesting; Memory is Foundational; Practical Applications; Let's Get Started; References; Chapter 2: Nuts and Bolts: The Basics of Your Memory; Not One Thing: Multiple Memory Measures; Not One Thing: Encoding, Storage, and Retrieval; Not One Thing: Multiple Stages; Not One Thing: Multiple Components in Working Memory; Not One Thing: Multiple Memory Systems in Long-Term Memory; Not a Thing at All: Proces-Based Accounts of Memory Air Traffic ControlProspective Person Memory; Conclusions; Notes; References; Chapter 6: That's the Story of My Life: The Autobiographical Memory System; Accuracy of Autobiographical Memories; Autobiographical Memory in the Brain; Autobiographical Memory Across the Lifespan; Childhood Amnesia; Reminiscence Bump; Recency; Functions of Autobiographical Memory; Identity; Directive; Social; References; Chapter 7: Frozen in Time: Traumatic Memories; Lay Traumatology Belief #1: Trauma Memories are "Burned" into the Brain