the standard model of memory

The standard model of memory describes how our brain processes and stores information in three main stages. First, sensory memory briefly holds incoming signals from our senses. Next, some of this information moves into short-term (or working) memory, where we actively think about and manipulate it. Through rehearsal or meaningful connections, selected information is then encoded into long-term memory, where it can be stored for extended periods. Retrieval is the process of accessing this stored information when needed. This model helps explain how experiences move from fleeting impressions to lasting knowledge.