Minnesnivåerna

Minnesnivåerna, often translated as "memory levels" or "levels of memory," refers to a conceptual framework used to describe different stages or types of memory recall. This framework helps to categorize how information is stored and accessed in the human mind. While specific models vary, a common understanding includes sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory.

Sensory memory is the briefest form, holding incoming sensory information for a fraction of a second to a few seconds. It acts as a buffer, allowing the brain to process the vast amount of sensory input it receives. Examples include the fleeting image you see after a flash of lightning or the lingering sound after a bell rings.

Short-term memory, also known as working memory, has a limited capacity and duration. It holds information actively in consciousness for a short period, typically around 15 to 30 seconds, unless actively rehearsed. This is the memory involved when you remember a phone number just long enough to dial it.

Long-term memory is believed to have a virtually unlimited capacity and can store information for extended periods, from minutes to a lifetime. This level encompasses declarative memory (facts and events) and non-declarative memory (skills and habits). The process of moving information from short-term to long-term memory often involves encoding, consolidation, and retrieval. Understanding these minnesnivåerna is crucial in fields such as psychology, education, and neuroscience.