Theory of Memory

The Theory of Memory explains how our brains encode, store, and retrieve information. It involves three main stages: encoding (transforming experiences into a mental form), storage (maintaining that information over time), and retrieval (bringing stored information back to conscious awareness). Memory is supported by different systems, such as short-term memory, which holds information briefly, and long-term memory, which stores it more permanently. Various factors like attention, repetition, and emotional significance influence how well memories are formed and maintained. Overall, memory is an active, reconstructive process that shapes our understanding of the world.