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working memory
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Working memory
The memory system that relates to the task at hand and coordinates recall of memories necessary to complete it.
Mentioned in: Amnesia
working memory
Short-term memory, see there
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Providing written instructions, simplifying multi-step directions, and using poster checklists can help children with ADHD learn without overwhelming their working memories.
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Those who have large spatial working memories can process the diagram effectively and extract this information, whereas those with smaller spatial working memories miss this information, and comprehension suffers.
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