Declarative memory is anchored in visual and auditory learning and storing and is used for keeping track of names associated with faces and situations. Many individuals with autism show a remarkable capacity to store information using declarative memory to help them with their social skills.
Declarative memory, also known as explicit memory, is a type of memory that involves conscious recollection of facts, events, and experiences. It is called "declarative" because it consists of the ability to declare or state what we remember. Declarative memory is typically divided into two subtypes: semantic memory, which involves knowledge of concepts and facts, and episodic memory, which consists of the recollection of specific events and experiences.
Declarative memory is thought to be mediated by the hippocampus, a region of the brain that is involved in the consolidation of new memories. It is also believed to be influenced by the prefrontal cortex, which is involved in organizing and retrieving memories.
Declarative memory is essential for many aspects of daily life, such as learning new information, remembering important dates and appointments, and recalling past experiences. It is also necessary to form new memories and can be improved through memory techniques, such as mnemonic devices and spaced repetition.
