How Long Does Your Short-Term Memory Last?

There's an obvious distinction between short-term memories and long-term ones, but how long can you expect things to stay in your short-term? Is it possible to lengthen this time, and how can you remember things for longer? Here's what you need to know about your memory and how to make the most of it.

Your Short-Term Memory There's an obvious distinction between short-term memories and long-term ones, but how long can you expect things to stay in your short-term? Is it possible to lengthen this time, and how can you remember things for longer? READ NOW  READ THESE NEXT How Long Do Sensory Memories Last?  MORE The Psychology of Forgetting: Why Your Memory Fails  MORE A Short-Term Memory Experiment You Can Try at Home  MORE A DOTDASH BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Mind newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2018 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.