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The communicative function of destination memory
Mohamad El Haj1, Ralph Miller2
1SCALab - Sciences Cognitives et Sciences Affectives,Université Lille,F-59000 Lille,France.mohamad.elhaj@univ-lille3.frhttps://www.researchgate.net/profile/Mohamad_El_Haj2.
The Behavioral and Brain Sciences
|January 23, 2018
Summary
Episodic memory aids communication, but destination memory—remembering who received information—is also crucial. Including destination memory enhances models of communicative interaction and efficacy.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Linguistics
Background:
- Mahr & Csibra's model proposes episodic memory's role in communication.
- Current models may lack a key component for communicative success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose the inclusion of destination memory in models of episodic memory and communication.
- To highlight the importance of destination memory for communicative efficacy.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of existing models.
- Integration of research on destination memory.
Main Results:
- Destination memory, the ability to recall recipients of information, is essential for effective communication.
- Mahr & Csibra's model is strengthened by incorporating destination memory.
Conclusions:
- Destination memory is a critical, yet often overlooked, component of communicative interaction.
- Future models of communication should integrate episodic and destination memory for a comprehensive understanding.
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