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honors psychology unit 2 part 1 vocabulary quiz
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1. what is the term for the loss of memory for events that occurred prior to brain trauma?
2. what is the term for an exceptionally clear recollection of an important event?
3. what is the term for input of information into the memory system?
4. what is the term for thinking about the meaning of new information and its relation to knowledge already stored in your memory?
5. what is the term for memories we consciously try to remember and recall?

Explanation:

1. Retrograde amnesia is the loss of memory for events prior to brain - trauma, a well - known concept in psychology related to memory disorders.
2. Flashbulb memory refers to an exceptionally clear recollection of an important event, often due to the emotional significance of the event.
3. Encoding is the process of inputting information into the memory system, which is the first stage in the memory process.
4. Elaborative rehearsal involves thinking about the meaning of new information and its relation to existing knowledge in memory, enhancing memory retention.
5. Explicit memory is the type of memory where we consciously try to remember and recall information.

Answer:

1. Retrograde amnesia
2. Flashbulb memory
3. Encoding
4. Elaborative rehearsal
5. Explicit memory