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[Neuropsychological disorders of memory]
Tobias Bormann1, Cornelius Weiller2
1Neurologische Klinik, Universitätsklinikum Freiburg, Medizinische Fakultät, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, Breisacher Straße 64, 79106, Freiburg, Deutschland. tobias.bormann@uniklinik-freiburg.de.
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|June 7, 2020
Summary
This article introduces the neuropsychology of human memory, defining key memory types like short-term, working, episodic, semantic, and procedural memory. It explores their brain correlates, research methods, and diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.
Area of Science:
- Neuropsychology
- Cognitive Neuroscience
- Human Memory
Background:
- Human memory is a complex cognitive function.
- Understanding memory's neural basis is crucial in neuropsychology.
- Various memory systems exist, each with distinct characteristics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an introduction to the neuropsychology of human memory.
- To define and differentiate key memory systems.
- To outline research methods, diagnostics, and therapy in memory neuropsychology.
Main Methods:
- Definition and conceptualization of memory types.
- Presentation of anatomical correlates for memory systems.
- Overview of neuropsychological research methodologies.
Main Results:
- Key memory systems including short-term, working, episodic, semantic, and procedural memory are defined.
- Anatomical correlates for these memory systems are presented.
- Methods for neuropsychological research on memory are introduced.
Conclusions:
- This article serves as a foundational guide to human memory from a neuropsychological perspective.
- It highlights the importance of understanding distinct memory systems and their neural underpinnings.
- Practical aspects of neuropsychological diagnostics and therapy for memory are briefly addressed.
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