Fading Over Time

Definition

Fading over time refers to the gradual weakening or disappearance of memories as they age.

Related terms

Retroactive Interference:

Retroactive interference occurs when new learning interferes with recalling old memories.

Spacing Effect:

The spacing effect shows that spacing out practice sessions over time leads to better long-term retention.

Ebbinghaus Forgetting Curve: The Ebbinghaus forgetting curve illustrates how forgetting happens rapidly at first and then levels off over time.