Central idea: Memory is a process of the brain which is prone to certain failures, although specific steps can be taken to guard against these failures.

I. Memory problems can affect us in many ways.

A. Some of you might have had problems finding your keys before you came to class.

B. Some of you have certainly suffered from "What's Your Name Again?" syndrome.

1. We can remember attributes of people without being able to recall their names.

2. For instance, you may not know my name but you would be able to recognize me as being in your class.

II. I will explain some of the basic ways memory can fail and how to take care of your memory.

A. Memory can fail in numerous ways, from the common examples above to more devasting problems, like Alzheimer's disease.

B. Fortunately, brain problems like Alzheimer's can be delayed or even prevented.

C. In order to understand how human memory fails, we need a basic understanding of how it works.

I. Memory is a complex process that takes place primarily in the brain.

Cite: Cognition Lab @ NASA, website

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