What Is Anterograde Amnesia

question 69

Multiple Choice

What is anterograde amnesia?

• A) inability to recall procedural memories
• B) loss of memories that were formed before a certain event
• C) inability to form new long-term memories
• D) loss of all memories, new and old

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Definitions:

Secondary Circular Reactions

A stage in Piaget's theory of cognitive development where infants repeat actions that are pleasurable or bring about a desirable outcome.

Primary Circular Reactions

Early repetitive behaviors in infants that focus on the body and are instrumental in the development of cognitive processes.

Tertiary Circular Reactions

The stage in Piaget's sensorimotor phase (usually around 12-18 months of age) where infants start experimenting with new behaviors through trial and error.

Coordination

The ability to use different parts of the body smoothly and efficiently together, often important for physical activities and sports.