memóriainterferencia

Memóriainterferencia, often shortened to "interference," is a phenomenon in psychology and cognitive science that describes the process by which learning or remembering is hindered by the presence of other information. It is a common explanation for forgetting, suggesting that memories are not necessarily lost but rather become temporarily inaccessible or distorted due to competing memories. There are two primary types of interference: proactive and retroactive. Proactive interference occurs when older memories hinder the recall of newer memories. For instance, if you learned your old phone number, it might be difficult to recall your new one. Retroactive interference happens when newly learned information interferes with the retrieval of older information. An example is struggling to remember your original password after changing it to a new one. The degree of interference can be influenced by several factors, including the similarity between the interfering and target memories, the strength of the memories, and the context in which learning and retrieval occur. Research in this area has explored various strategies to minimize interference, such as spaced repetition and distinctiveness training, aiming to improve memory retention and recall efficiency.