A presentation given by Dr Michael Weinborn on 6th May 2011.

4. Multi-store Model of Memory
Three types of memory storage:
Sensory information
Short-term memory (working memory)
Long-term memory

8. Multi-store Model of Memory
Three types of memory storage:
Sensory information
Short-term memory (working memory)
Long-term memory

11. Multi-store Model of Memory
Three types of memory storage:
Sensory information
Short-term memory or working memory
Long-term memory

22. • Anxiety
• Dehydration
• Depression
• Infections
• Medication side effects
• Poor nutrition
• Psychological stress
• Substance abuse
• Thyroid imbalance
http://www.apa.org/pi/aging/memory-and-aging.pdf

23. • Keep “to do” lists
http://www.apa.org/pi/aging/memory-and-aging.pdf
• Establish a routine
• Don’t rush
• Everything in its place
• Use associations
• Tag new information
• Keep a calendar
• Socialize
• Get moving!
• Train your brain
• Don’t buy into ageist stereotypes
• Avoid distractions
• Keep a sense of control and confidence in your memory