Theory of Forgetting

Definition

The theory of forgetting suggests that memories fade over time due to the weakening or decay of memory traces.

Related terms

Encoding Failure:

This term refers to the inability to form a memory trace in the first place.

Decay Theory:

This theory proposes that forgetting occurs because memory traces naturally decay or weaken over time.

Interference:

Interference happens when new information interferes with the retrieval of old information, causing forgetting.