CATDOLL : CATDOLL: What are the methods of memory training?

Memory is a Chinese word (pronounced as jì yì lì), (English explanation: the faculty of memory; the ability to memorize) is the ability to recognize, retain, re-recognize and reproduce the content and experience reflected by objective things.

(I) In the steps of memory formation, the following three types of information processing can be divided into:

1. Decoding: Obtain information and process and combine it.

2. Storage: Make a permanent record of the combined and organized information.

3. Retrieval: Retrieve stored information in response to hints and events.

Memory is an objective existence, an instant state of traces of changes in matter or material systems. In fact, the earliest memory is the memory of nature. But people are accustomed to the memory of the brain. It can be considered that brain memory is a special part of nature's memory, so memory can be divided into two categories: broad memory and narrow memory. Broad memory refers to the memory of nature and the memory of physical activities of life, while narrow memory refers only to the memory of the brain. According to human convention, narrow memory is simply called memory.

As a basic psychological process, memory is closely related to other psychological activities. In perception, people's past experience plays an important role. Without the participation of memory, people cannot distinguish and confirm the things around them. When solving complex problems, the knowledge and experience provided by memory play a significant role. This is why cognitive psychologists have given the study of memory an important position.

(2) Memory can be divided into conceptual memory and behavioral memory according to its method.

Concept Memory

The so-called conceptual memory is the memory of a certain thing, such as technology is the primary productive force, elephants are very heavy, etc. These are just conceptual memories.

Behavioral memory

The so-called behavioral memory is the recollection of a certain behavior, action, practice or skill. This kind of memory is rarely forgotten because it involves specific actions. For example, cycling, swimming, writing or playing ball. The memory of these things may become rusty if not used for a long time, but it is rarely forgotten.

The most basic and widely accepted classification of memory is to divide it into three different types based on how long it lasts: sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory.

Short-term memory

The short-term memory model, which has been replaced by working memory in the past 25 years, consists of three systems: spatial vision forms short-term visual impressions. The acoustic circuit stores acoustic information, which can be retained for a long time through internal repetition. The central executive manages these two systems and links the information to the content model of long-term memory.

Long-term memory

The content of memory is organized not only by subject but also by time. A new experience, a motor pattern acquired through training, first goes to the working memory for short-term recording, where the information can be quickly accessed but has limited capacity. For economic reasons, this information must be cleaned up to a certain extent. Important information or information that is linked together through association is transferred to the medium- and long-term memory. Unimportant information is deleted.

The more frequently the memory content is accessed, or the more frequently an action is repeated, the more refined the feedback is, the better the evaluation of the content is, or the action is optimized. The latter means that nonessential information is deleted or stored elsewhere. The depth of memory is related to the number of connections between the content and other content, and the emotional evaluation of it.

1. Eating. Yes, eating can also improve memory. This is also recommended by scientists. Eating some foods rich in phospholipids can supplement the brain's memory needs, such as fish heads, walnuts, peanuts and other plant seeds or cores, and health products such as bee pollen and royal jelly also have some special effects.

2. Practice. Good memory is acquired through practice. Even world-class memory masters have developed super memory through acquired training. Generally, there are three effective training methods:

(1) Speed ​​reading (also called whole-brain speed reading and memory): Speed ​​reading is a memory training method based on rapid reading. In fact, the two are carried out simultaneously and complement each other. Don’t think that your memory will be worse if you read faster, because what you rely on here is not the logical memory of the left brain consciousness, but the image memory of the right brain subconscious, which is 1 million times stronger than the former.

(2) Imagery method (also called associative memory): Imagery method also uses the image memory function of the right brain, and uses the imagination of the right brain to connect the relationship between different images, thus turning it into a memorable story to achieve ultra-large capacity memory;

(3) Mind mapping (also called mind mapping): Mind mapping is a great invention. It can not only systematize and visualize the information in your brain for memory purposes, but also help you think about and analyze problems and make overall plans.

Improve memory. It is said that memory is developed through exercise. How can we improve memory through exercise? Ten ways to improve memory. 1. Pay attention to concentration. When memorizing, as long as you concentrate and focus, and eliminate distractions and external interference, the cerebral cortex will leave deep memory traces and will not be easily forgotten. If you are distracted and multitasking, your memory efficiency will be greatly reduced. 2. Strong interest. If you are bored with learning materials and knowledge objects, it will be difficult to remember them even if you spend more time. 3. Understand memory. Understanding is the basis of memory. Only things that are understood can be remembered firmly and for a long time. It is not easy to remember only by rote memorization. For important learning content, if you can combine understanding and recitation, the memory effect will be better. 4. Overlearning. That is, on the basis of remembering the learning materials, remember them several times to reach the level of familiarity and memory. The best level of overlearning is 150%. 5. Review in time. The speed of forgetting is fast first and then slow. 6. Review and consolidate the knowledge you have just learned while the iron is hot. This is an effective way to strengthen memory traces and prevent forgetting. 7. Read slowly. When studying, constantly try to recall, which can correct memory errors, make up for omissions, and make the difficult parts of the learning content more firmly remembered. Frequently recalling the objects you have learned in the past in your spare time can also avoid forgetting. 8. Combine reading, thinking, watching and listening. You can use the language function and the functions of the visual and auditory organs at the same time to strengthen memory and improve memory efficiency, which is much better than single silent reading. 9. Use a variety of memory methods. According to the situation, flexibly use classification memory, characteristic memory, homophonic memory, argument memory, associative memory, interesting memory, chart memory, shortened memory, outline compilation, note-taking, cards and other memory methods to enhance memory. 9. Grasp the best memory time. Generally speaking, 9-11 am, 3-4 pm, and 7-10 pm are the best. Optimal memory time. Using the above time to memorize difficult learning materials will have better results. 10. Use your brain scientifically. On the basis of ensuring nutrition, active rest, physical exercise and other maintenance of the brain, use your brain scientifically, prevent excessive fatigue, and maintain a positive and optimistic mood, which can greatly improve the brain's working efficiency. This is the key to improving memory. Guidance Dark green leafy vegetables The metabolism of protein foods will produce a substance called cysteine-like, which is harmless to the body itself, but excessive content can cause cognitive impairment and heart disease. And once cysteine ​​is oxidized, it will have toxic side effects on the walls of arterial blood vessels. Vitamin B6 or B12 can prevent cysteine-like oxidation, and dark green leafy vegetables have the highest vitamin content. Fish fat contains omega-3 fatty acids that have a protective effect on the nervous system and help to strengthen the brain. Studies have shown that people who eat at least one meal of fish a week, especially salmon, sardines and herring , compared with people who rarely eat fish, the incidence of Alzheimer's disease is much lower. Eating fish can also help strengthen the activity of nerve cells, thereby improving learning and memory. Whole-wheat products and brown rice The best way to enhance the body's ability to absorb nutrients is to eat brown rice. Brown rice contains various vitamins, which are essential for maintaining cognitive ability. Among them, vitamin B6 is most effective in lowering homocysteine ​​levels. Garlic The energy source for brain activity mainly relies on glucose. In order for glucose to play its due role, a sufficient amount of vitamin B1 is required. Garlic itself does not contain a large amount of vitamin B1, but it can enhance the effect of vitamin B1, because garlic can produce a substance called "alliamine" with B1, and the effect of alliamine is much stronger than vitamin B1. Therefore, eating some garlic appropriately can promote the conversion of glucose into brain energy. Eggs The protein contained in eggs is one of the best proteins in natural foods. , it is rich in amino acids needed by the human body, and the egg yolk is rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamins A, D, B, etc. in addition to lecithin, and is suitable for consumption by mental workers. Beans and their products are the best source of plant protein in nature. Soybeans are rich in high-quality protein and 8 essential amino acids needed by the human brain, all of which help to enhance the function of cerebral blood vessels. In addition, it also contains lecithin, rich vitamins and other minerals, which are particularly suitable for mental workers. Soybean fat contains 85.5% unsaturated fatty acids, of which linolenic acid and linoleic acid are the most abundant. They have the effect of lowering cholesterol in the human body, and are particularly beneficial for middle-aged and elderly mental workers to prevent and control cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Modern research on walnuts and sesame has found that these two substances are very nutritious, especially the high content of unsaturated fatty acids. Traditional Chinese medicine believes that these two substances have the effects of nourishing the five internal organs, replenishing qi and strength, strengthening muscles and bones, and strengthening the brain and marrow. . Therefore, eating them regularly can provide the brain with sufficient unsaturated fatty acids with smaller molecules, such as linoleic acid and linolenic acid, to eliminate impurities in blood vessels and improve brain function. In addition, walnuts contain a large amount of vitamins, which are very effective in treating neurasthenia, insomnia, relaxing the tension of brain nerves, and eliminating brain fatigue. Pineapple fruit is rich in vitamin C and the important trace element manganese, which helps to improve people's memory; lemon can improve people's receptive ability; bananas can provide the brain with the important substance tyrosine, which can make people energetic, focused, and improve people's creativity. In addition, bananas also contain tryptophan, which can make nerves strong. With tryptophan, no pressure can make the body lose balance. Tryptophan can also form a hormone called satisfaction hormone serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that can make people feel happy and cheerful and prevent the occurrence of depression. Daylily is rich in protein, fat, Calcium and vitamin B1 are substances needed for brain metabolism, so they are called brain-boosting vegetables. When parents choose brain-boosting foods for their children, they should combine the actual physical conditions of their children and feed them purposefully and in a targeted manner. Only in this way can children eat brain-boosting foods to achieve good results. First, if your child is pale, listless, has dull eyes, is afraid of cold hands, has slow reactions, is thin and short, and is sleepy, then you should feed your child foods that strengthen the spleen and stomach, calm the nerves and improve intelligence. For example, honey, apples, walnuts, carrots, red dates, peanuts, pine nuts, fish, shrimp, yam and other foods. Second, if your child is obese, listless and lazy, has red and short urine, has loose stools, abdominal distension and food accumulation, malnutrition, slight swelling of the lower limbs, and gets tired after a little movement, in these cases, you should feed your child some foods that can eliminate dampness and dry the spleen, and eliminate accumulation and blood stasis. For example, red beans, hawthorn, carp, loach , broad beans, winter melon, bamboo shoots, onions and other foods. Third, if your child is fat, tender, swollen, with a dark and rough face, short and red urine, enuresis and convulsions, thin and brown hair, slow reaction, slurred speech, etc., you should often give your child some foods that nourish the kidney and yang, promote blood circulation and nourish the brain. For example, walnuts, hawthorns, animal livers, animal blood, animal brains, yams, melon seeds, black sesame, black beans, chestnuts, black fish, seaweed and other foods. Fourth, if your child is lazy, sweats constantly, and is prone to colds or illnesses, you should often choose foods that strengthen the physique, promote yang and qi, and strengthen the brain. For example, day lily, litchi, radish, jujube, sesame, peach kernel, milk, chicken, duck, fish, eggs, soy products, etc. Finally, it is worth mentioning that since children have different physiques, parents should provide different foods according to their children's actual conditions. Only in this way can it be beneficial to the balance of body nutrition, brain development, and physical health.