Eidetic Memory

[sillysmile]

okay, so what's the difference between eidetic memory and iconic memory?

[sillysmile]

also, how exactly is working memory related to stm? there are so many different opinions.

[ChairmanMao]

Can't answer this like a pro (cough Spreadbury), but eidetic refers to photographic memory, which is extremely rare. Those who have eidetic memory are able to recall everything that they see, 100% spot on.

Iconic lasts for 0.2-0.4 (I think, haven't revised much these holidays) seconds, whilst eidetic lasts for a very, very long time.

Sorry if this is entirely incorrect, just gave it a shot.


I'm too lazy to get the extract from the Grivas textbook

[matt123]

okay, so what's the difference between eidetic memory and iconic memory?

hey buddy
to be honest
so far ive done many past papers from 2006-2010.
honestly . i have not seen 1 question on this.
its always just echoic and iconic memory.

also for the second question
well
think of working memory as a short term memory ( 20 seconds in duration) etc etc
however
working memory is MANIPULATING ( using/working with) the memory from short term AND long term memory.

they are the "same" dare i say , because they both have similar characteristics .... however , working memory actually uses the memory for processing. e.g. if you are doing a problem or something.

sorry i wrote it in a rush
but hope that helps

[minilunchbox]

Working memory is also just another model/theory for short term memory proposed by Baddeley.

[Glockmeister]

also, how exactly is working memory related to stm? there are so many different opinions.

Most researchers nowadays prefer the term Working Memory, because it's more apt in describing what the STM actually does.

[sillysmile]

ah, okay guys thanks for the input, I think I understand now...
could I say, working memory is a function of stm?