Perusmuistikäsitteet

Perusmuistikäsitteet refers to the fundamental concepts of memory in Finnish. These concepts are essential for understanding how information is encoded, stored, and retrieved. The most basic distinction is between sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory. Sensory memory is a very brief storage of sensory information, lasting only a few seconds. Short-term memory, also known as working memory, holds a limited amount of information for a short period, typically around 20-30 seconds, unless it is actively rehearsed. Long-term memory is a more permanent storage system with a virtually unlimited capacity, holding information for extended periods, from minutes to a lifetime.

Within long-term memory, further distinctions are made. Explicit, or declarative, memory refers to conscious recall of facts and events. This is further divided into episodic memory, which stores personal experiences and their context, and semantic memory, which stores general knowledge and facts about the world. Implicit, or non-declarative, memory refers to unconscious memories that influence our behavior and skills, such as procedural memory for motor skills and habits. Understanding these perusmuistikäsitteet provides a framework for studying memory processes, learning, and cognitive function. Research in this area explores how these memory systems interact and how they can be affected by various factors, including attention, emotion, and neurological conditions.