The capability of retaining important facts in a person’s mind with an ability to recall them after some considerable length of time at the will of an individual is very essential. This ability is closely related to cognitive psychology that dictates human memory (Robson 2006, p.145). In addition, the demand for memory varies from one individual to another. On the same note, different ages have various requirements for memory. Sigelman and Rider (2011, p.177) note that the school –going- age individuals have greater demands for memory compared to adults. It is notable that by the time persons mature into adults, they will have accumulated much of the adequate skills and knowledge they use in their day-to-day activities.
The foundation of knowledge in different fields of study keeps on changing, mostly by building on existing facts and findings. On the other hand, there are new and continuously emerging ideologies that people retain in their memories. Everyone in society should develop and demonstrate a great mastery of all information which relates with their vocations. Hence, an efficient and effective memory is essential in human functioning. This paper discusses several strategies that can be used to enhance effective and efficient memory. The paper also offers situational examples which can be used as methods of developing memory.
Strategies for memory, explanations and examples in real life situations
Brief Discussion
Mental processing is one of the most elementary areas of specialty in cognitive psychology. Learning is paralyzed if long term and short term memories of the brain are not enhanced (Higbee 2001, p.200). In other words, memory is very essential in cultivating learning abilities. The three stages of memory must be fully developed. A good strategy for memory is the one that improves information encoding, necessitates storage of data in a memorable state and enables the mind to easily retrieve information. In any case, retrieval of memory is central in remembrance (Madigan & Thompson 2007, p. 150). Studies have revealed that if a person has difficulties in encoding and storing the much needed memory, but can retrieve information at will, then such an individual do not suffer significant memory deficiency. Indeed, a malfunction in retrieval of stored information is a real challenge to the entire memory system.
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