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Verbal Working Memory

Meaning

A cognitive system responsible for the temporary storage and manipulation of verbal and auditory information necessary for complex tasks like language comprehension, reasoning, and learning. This specific memory component is crucial for holding a limited amount of speech-based information in an active, readily accessible state for a short duration. In the context of hormonal health, its function is known to be particularly sensitive to fluctuations in sex hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone, which modulate neurotransmitter systems in the prefrontal cortex. Maintaining optimal hormonal balance is often correlated with preserved cognitive function.