SHORT TERM MEMORY

Short term memory:
The capacity for holding a small amount of information in mind in an active, readily available state for a short period
of time.

Maintenance rehearsal:
Memory through repetition.
Chunking: process of grouping items to make them
easier to remember.
Working memory:
System for processing and working with
current information.

CAUSES OF SHORT TERM MEMORY LOSS

• Medication/nutrition deficiency
• Alcohol, tobacco, drug use
• Depression, stress
• Sleep deprivation
• Head injury, stroke

FINDING THE CAUSE

• CAT scans and MRI's
• Physical exam
• Neurologic exam
• Blood/urine test
• Nerve and imaging test

TREATMENTS

• Change in medication
• Healthier eating schedule
• Help with depression
• Physical therapy (ex: stroke)
• Lowering blood pressure