This highly readable foundational text for undergraduates
provides an overview of the major theories and research on human
memory. Grounded in the premise that all psychological processes
depend on memory, and that memory is shaped by how people use it,
the authors look at the brain-based memory process and discuss the
major theories that have been developed to explain how memory
functions.
The book examines memory in everyday life-issues such as
memorizing facts, when to perform tasks, and remembering life's
events-and addresses such intriguing and controversial topics as
repressed and recovered memories, using memory in legal testimony,
cases of amnesia, and cases of super-memory. It also describes the
effects of remembering traumatic events and explores the myths and
realities surrounding memory loss. This text, presented in a manner
that is scientifically sound yet entertaining, will serve as a
valuable, concise introduction for undergraduate students.
Key Features: Provides a concise, easy-to-read, yet
scientifically based survey of theory and current research on
memory for undergraduate students Based on the concept that memory
is foundational to all psychological processes and human experience
Includes the most up-to-date research on memory including findings
from neuroscience Covers controversial topics including repressed
and recovered memories, memory in legal testimony, amnesia, and
cases of super-memory
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