The Neuropsychology of Memory

The neuropsychology of memory involves how our brain processes, stores, and retrieves information. General knowledge, or facts and concepts about the world, relies on areas like the hippocampus and cortex. When we learn something new, synapses strengthen to form lasting connections. Recalling this information activates these neural pathways. Factors like emotion and context can influence how well we remember. Understanding this process helps in recognizing why some information sticks while other knowledge fades, and it highlights the brain's incredible capacity for learning and adaptation throughout life.