Memory and Brain Mechanisms Paper

The goal of this paper is to understand how the brain and memory processes are intertwined and how certain techniques can improve these processes. In an essay of 1,000-1,250 words, discuss how memories are formed and maintained in the brain through the actions of neural circuitry. Memory and Brain Mechanisms Paper

Use at least four scholarly resources to address the following questions:

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Theoretically, how is working memory similar to and different from long-term memory?
How are memories formed in the brain (using neural circuitry), and how are they maintained?
When is it adaptive to remember, and in what ways may it be adaptive to forget?
Given what we know about brain mechanisms in memory, are our memories accurate? Explain your answer using information on how memories are stored in the brain.
How can knowledge of the brain and memory systems be used to help individuals suffering from memory problems (e.g., poor memory, amnesia, PTSD)?
Compare the role age and environment play in how memories are formed and maintained.

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This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competency: 1.3: Compare biological and psychological explanations of the brain and its functions and 2.3: Apply critical thinking skills in solving problems related to behavior and mental processes. Memory and Brain Mechanisms Paper

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Course Code	Class Code	Assignment Title	Total Points
PSY-402	PSY-402-O500	Benchmark – Memory and Brain Mechanisms Paper	110.0
Criteria	Percentage	Unsatisfactory (0.00%)	Less than Satisfactory (65.00%)	Satisfactory (75.00%)	Good (85.00%)	Excellent (100.00%)	Comments	Points Earned
Content	70.0%
Explains how working memory is similar to and different from long-term memory. (Comp 1.3)	15.0%	Vague or incomplete explanation of how working memory is similar to and different from long-term memory is present.	Presents a general explanation of how working memory is similar to and different from long-term memory. Minimal examples and details are present.	Presents direct and focused explanations of how working memory is similar to and different from long-term memory. Adequate examples and details are present.	Presents detailed, direct, and focused explanations of how working memory is similar to and different from long-term memory. Examples, observations, and/or experiences are present to help the audience understand the differences.	Presents in-depth, direct, and focused explanation of how working memory is similar to and different from long-term memory. All definitions clear and accurate. Multiple examples, observations, and/or experiences are present to help the audience understand the differences.		12.38/16.50
Explains how memories are formed and maintained in the brain (using neural circuitry). (Comp 1.3)	15.0%	Vague or incomplete explanation of how working memories are formed and maintained in the brain. Omits some important details, facts, and/or concepts.	Presents a general explanation of how working memories are formed and maintained in the brain. Outlines some information on how this knowledge helps individuals suffering from memory problems and how age and environment affect memories Does make a few connections but limited or undeveloped details, rationales, and/or examples are present.	Presents direct and focused explanation of how working memories are formed and maintained in the brain. Provides a general description of how this knowledge helps individuals suffering from memory problems and how age and environment affect memories. Theories, concepts, and facts are not just noted but supported with clearly explained reasoning. Examples and details are present, but some details may be present.	Presents detailed, direct, and focused explanation of how working memories are formed and maintained in the brain. Describes clearly how this knowledge helps individuals suffering from memory problems, and how age and environment affect memories. Theories and concepts are explored in-depth integrating examples, observations, and experiences correctly.	Presents in-depth, direct, and focused explanation of how working memories are formed and maintained in the brain. All definitions clear and accurate. Theories and concepts are explored and connected to multiple examples, observations, and experiences.		12.38/16.50
Explains when it is adaptive to remember, and in what ways may it be adaptive to forget. (Comp 1.3)	10.0%	Vague or incomplete explanation of when it is adaptive to remember, and in what ways may it be adaptive to forget is present.	Presents a general explanation of when it is adaptive to remember, and in what ways may it be adaptive to forget. Minimal examples and details are present.	Presents direct and focused explanations of when it is adaptive to remember, and in what ways may it be adaptive to forget. Adequate examples and details are present.	Presents detailed, direct, and focused explanations of when it is adaptive to remember, and in what ways may it be adaptive to forget. Examples, observations and/or experiences are present to help the audience understand the differences.	Presents in-depth, direct, and focused explanation of when it is adaptive to remember, and in what ways may it be adaptive to forget. All definitions clear and accurate. Multiple examples, observations, and/or experiences are present to help the audience understand the differences.		9.35/11.00
Explain if our memories are accurate; including information on how memories are stored in the brain. (Comp 2.3)	10.0%	Vague or incomplete explanation if memories are accurate; including information on how memories are stored in the brain.	Presents a vague general explanation if memories are accurate; including information on how memories are stored in the brain.	Presents direct and focused explanation if memories are accurate; including information on how memories are stored in the brain.	Presents detailed, direct, and focused explanation if memories are accurate; including information on how memories are stored in the brain. Makes some connection to research.	Presents in-depth, direct, and focused explanation if memories are accurate; including information on how memories are stored in the brain. Makes connections to current research.		8.25/11.00
Describe how knowledge of the brain and memory systems can be used to help individuals suffering from memory problems. (Comp 2.3)	10.0%	Vague or incomplete description of how knowledge of the brain and memory systems can be used to help individuals suffering from memory problems.	Presents a vague general description of how knowledge of the brain and memory systems can be used to help individuals suffering from memory problems.	Presents direct and focused description of how knowledge of the brain and memory systems can be used to help individuals suffering from memory problems.	Present detailed, direct, and focused description of how knowledge of the brain and memory systems can be used to help individuals suffering from memory problems. Makes some connection to research.	Presents in-depth, direct, and focused description of how knowledge of the brain and memory systems can be used to help individuals suffering from memory problems. Makes connections to current research.		8.25/11.00
Describe the role age and environment play in how memories are formed and maintained. (Comp 1.3)	10.0%	Vague and incomplete description of the role age and environment play in how memories are formed and maintained.	Presents a vague general description of the role age and environment play in how memories are formed and maintained.	Presents direct and focused description of the role age and environment play in how memories are formed and maintained.	Present detailed, direct, and focused description of the role age and environment play in how memories are formed and maintained. Makes some connection to research.	Presents in-depth, direct, and focused description of the role age and environment play in how memories are formed and maintained. Makes connections to current research.		8.25/11.00
Organization and Effectiveness	20.0%
Thesis Development and Purpose	7.0%	Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.	Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.	Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.	Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.	Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.		6.54/7.70
Argument Logic and Construction	8.0%	Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.	Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.	Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.	Argument shows logical progression. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.	Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.		6.60/8.80
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)	5.0%	Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is used.	Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied.	Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are employed.	Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech.	Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.		4.12/5.50
Format	10.0%
Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)	5.0%	Template is not used appropriately, or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.	Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.	Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.	Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style.	All format elements are correct.		5.50/5.50
Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)	5.0%	Sources are not documented.	Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.	Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.	Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.	Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.		4.67/5.50
Total Weightage	100%

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