There are different types of memory. One is long term memory when you KNOW something and remember it. Then, there is short term. Short term memory is something that doesn't stay for very long. When you need to remember something for school you need to put it long term memory. There are things that will affect memory. Short term memory is affected by drugs, emotional problems, disease , and not paying attention. Think of memory like filing cabinets and every so often they are cleaned out. Around 10 years old one of the memory dumps happens. You can do things to help memory.
Meditation, memory verses and riddles are some examples of the mental exercises that improve the working memory.
You did not mention your age. Poor memory is a normal side effect of aging, and usually begins to show up in the mid-50's -- but sometimes sooner. That can be slowed by mental exercises such as playing card games that require memory, crossword puzzles, and similar mental exercises. I read recently of computer games that are designed to help seniors with memory loss, but can't recall where. ;)In younger people, poor memory is usually due to failure to pay attention. There are little tricks, such as making sure that you use someone's name a couple of times after being introduced, to fix it in your mind, and so forth.Google memory+tricks for more information than you'll ever remember.
Alzheimer's disease is a mental disease. It destroys a person's memory and mental functions.
Dysmnesia is a term used to describe memory disorders or difficulties. It may include issues with memory recall, recognition, or encoding of new information. Dysmnesia can be associated with conditions like Alzheimer's disease, head trauma, or other neurological disorders.
The integration of short-term memory with other mental processes is known as working memory. It serves as a temporary workspace where information is actively manipulated and processed. Working memory plays a crucial role in problem-solving, decision-making, and comprehension tasks.
Cognitive is the medical term meaning related to mental activities associated with thinking, learning, and memory.
"When I give food to the poor, they call me a saint. When I ask why the poor have no food, they call me a communist." - Dom Helder Camara
No. Cats have a good memory.
no it is a physical illness
It's called mental math.
Your internal mental processes are associated with the brain. It can include thoughts, memory, problem solving skills and language.
Your internal mental processes are associated with the brain. It can include thoughts, memory, problem solving skills and language.