Visual Depiction Effect
A phenomenon where people better understand and remember information when it is presented visually.
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von Restorff Effect
A phenomenon where an item that stands out is more likely to be remembered than other items, often used in design to highlight important elements.
Iconic Memory
A type of sensory memory that briefly holds visual information for a fraction of a second.
Mnemonic Device
A memory aid that helps individuals recall information through associations, patterns, or acronyms.
Serial Position Effect
A cognitive bias where people tend to remember the first and last items in a series better than those in the middle, impacting recall and memory.
List Length Effect
A phenomenon where the probability of recalling an item from a list depends on the length of the list.
Deep Processing
A cognitive approach that involves meaningful analysis of information, leading to better understanding and retention.
Recency Effect
A cognitive bias where individuals better remember the most recent information they have encountered, influencing decision-making and memory recall.
Bizarreness Effect
A cognitive bias where bizarre or unusual information is better remembered than common information.