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Memory Function

Meaning

The complex set of cognitive processes encompassing the encoding, storage, and retrieval of information, which is fundamental to learning, decision-making, and adapting behavior in a dynamic environment. Memory is not a single entity but involves distinct forms, such as working memory, episodic memory, and procedural memory, each relying on specific, interconnected neural circuits. Hormonal balance, particularly involving sex steroids and neurotrophins, significantly modulates the efficiency and integrity of these processes.