Module 2: Section 5

Question 1

Acquisition of memory

Answer 1

• New information is stored in short term memory
• Short term memory is then either forgotten or transferred to long term through practice or rehearsal

Question 2

Working memory

Answer 2

• Holds new info for a short time and pulls in old info to compare and understand it
• Helps short-term and long-term memory work together

Question 3

Short term memory

Answer 3

• Remain available for seconds to several days
• Majority of short term memories are forgotten

Question 4

Long term memory

Answer 4

Events, experiences or facts that occurred or were learned months or years ago

Question 5

3 main regions where memory is stored

Answer 5

1. Hippocampus
2. Cerebellum
3. Prefrontal cortex

Question 6

Hippocampus - memory

Answer 6

• Plays role in short term memory
• Important for consolidation and the initial storage of long term memories
• The “what” memories of specific people, places, facts, etc

Question 7

Cerebellum - memory

Answer 7

• Plays role in procedural memories
• The “how to” memories involving motor skills
• Can be recalled without conscious effort

Question 8

Prefrontal cortex - memory

Answer 8

• Involved in complex reasoning skills associated with working memory
• Responsible for integration of information for planning, juggling priorities, problem solving and organizing activities

Question 9

2 forms of short term memory

Answer 9

1. Habituation
2. Sensitization

Question 10

Habituation

Answer 10

The decreased responsiveness to repetitive presentations of an indifferent stimulus that neither rewards nor punishes

Question 11

Sensitization

Answer 11

Increased responsiveness to mild stimuli that occurs following a strong or noxious stimulus