Human Memory: A Proposed System and its Control Processes (theory)

The theory of "Human Memory: A Proposed System and its Control Processes" suggests that memory functions through interconnected systems: sensory memory, short-term (working) memory, and long-term memory. Sensory memory briefly holds information from our senses; working memory actively manipulates it for immediate use, while long-term memory stores information more permanently. Control processes, such as attention and rehearsal, govern how information moves between these stages, helping us focus, retain, and retrieve memories effectively. This system explains how we process, store, and access information in a structured, dynamic way.