Recognition
Definition
Recognition is a type of memory retrieval in which one must identify present information as having been previously presented.
Analogy
Recognition is like seeing a familiar face in a crowd. You may not remember their name (recall), but you know you've seen them before.
Related terms
False Recognition: This occurs when one thinks they recognize something or someone that they don't actually know. It's like mistaking a stranger for an acquaintance because they look similar.
Relearning: This involves learning information that you've previously studied. It's like recognizing and reacquainting yourself with an old friend who you haven't seen in years.
Déjà vu: This term refers to the eerie sense that 'I've experienced this before.' It’s like recognizing a place or situation, even though it's your first time being there or experiencing it.
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