Episodic memory

/ˌɛp.ɪˈsɒd.ɪk ˈmɛm.ə.ɹi/ noun

Definition

The long-term memory system storing personally experienced events with their specific time, place, and emotional context.

Etymology

From Greek 'epeisodion' (addition, episode) + Latin 'memoria' (memory). Memory of life episodes. Concept from Endel Tulving (1972).

Kelly Says

Episodic memory is your personal diary — it records not just WHAT happened, but WHERE, WHEN, and HOW you felt. It's the movie of your life!

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