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Declarative Memory Recall

Meaning

The specific cognitive process involving the conscious retrieval of factual information and personal experiences, which is sub-categorized into semantic memory (facts) and episodic memory (events). This function relies heavily on the integrity and coordinated activity of the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex. Efficient declarative memory recall is a primary measure of cognitive health and is frequently impacted by age-related neurological changes or hormonal imbalances. It is fundamental to learning and autobiographical self-awareness.