What affects reasoning?

Experiment 1 showed that the emotions of an individual have an effect on reasoning performance independent from task content. In Experiment 2, we found that reasoning performance can be affected either by the emotion of the individual or the content of the problem or the type of inference.

What factors might influence the way a person remembers an event?

Types of Memory Bias A person’s motivations, intentions, mood, and biases can impact what they remember about an event. There are many identified types of bias that influence people’s memories.

What is an example of emotional influence on learning?

Tests, examinations, homework, and deadlines are associated with different emotional states that encompass frustration, anxiety, and boredom. Even subject matter influences emotions that affect one’s ability to learn and remember.

What can influence memory?

Here are several common factors that can affect your memory:

• Lack of sleep. Not getting enough sleep is a major factor of memory loss and forgetfulness.
• Stress and anxiety. Everyone experiences a certain amount of stress and anxiety.
• Depression.
• Thyroid problems.
• Vitamin B12 deficiency.
• Alcohol abuse.
• Medication.

How did emotion influence your recall of past memories?

Research shows that emotions can have an effect on your memory. People who are in a positive mood are more likely to remember information presented to them, whereas people who are in a negative mood (i.e. sad or angry) are less likely to remember the information that is presented to them (Levine & Burgess, 1997).

What are some important aspects of information processing in adolescence?

Two key aspects of adolescents information processing are attention and memory.

What do you information processing theories focus on?

Information Processing Theory is a cognitive theory that focuses on how information is encoded into our memory.