Memory For Odors
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Memory For Odors
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Author : Frank R. Schab
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2014-02-04
Memory For Odors written by Frank R. Schab and has been published by Psychology Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-02-04 with Psychology categories.
The power of odors to unlock human memory is celebrated in literature and anecdote, but poorly documented by science. Odors -- perhaps more than other stimuli -- are widely believed to evoke vivid and complex past experiences easily. Yet in contrast to the frequency with which odors are thought to evoke memories of the past, scientific evidence is thus far scant. For years, voluminous data have been collected on odor sensitivity, whereas relatively few studies exist on memory for odors per se. Moreover, the memory data that do exist are thus far only poorly integrated with the most modern attitudes on human memory. The major goal of this volume is to point the way toward a better state of affairs, one in which the study of odor memory is legitimatized as a proper specialization and is informed by the most promising ideas in the mainstream study of memory. This volume explores three tendencies in modern memory theory that have not yet sufficiently penetrated the odor-memory work: memory coding, memory and knowledge, and implicit and explicit memory.
Olfactory Memory Networks From Emotional Learning To Social Behaviors
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Author : Regina M. Sullivan
language : en
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Release Date : 2015-05-08
Olfactory Memory Networks From Emotional Learning To Social Behaviors written by Regina M. Sullivan and has been published by Frontiers Media SA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-05-08 with Brain categories.
Odors are powerful stimuli that can evoke emotional states, and support learning and memory. Decades of research have indicated that the neural basis for this strong “odor-emotional memory” connection is due to the uniqueness of the anatomy of the olfactory pathways. Indeed, unlike the other sensory systems, the sense of smell does not pass through the thalamus to be routed to the cortex. Rather, odor information is relayed directly to the limbic system, a brain region typically associated with memory and emotional processes. This provides olfaction with a unique and potent power to influence mood, acquisition of new information, and use of information in many different contexts including social interactions. Indeed, olfaction is crucially involved in behaviors essential for survival of the individual and species, including identification of predators, recognition of individuals for procreation or social hierarchy, location of food, as well as attachment between mating pairs and infant-caretaker dyads. Importantly, odors are sampled through sniffing behavior. This active sensing plays an important role in exploratory behaviors observed in the different contexts mentioned above. Odors are also critical for learning and memory about events and places and constitute efficient retrieval cues for the recall of emotional episodic memories. This broad role for odors appears highly preserved across species. In addition, the consistent early developmental emergence of olfactory function across diverse species also provides a unique window of opportunity for analysis of myriad behavioral systems from rodents to nonhuman primates and humans. This, when combined with the relatively conserved organization of the olfactory system in mammals, provides a powerful framework to explore how complex behaviors can be modulated by odors to produce adaptive responses, and to investigate the underlying neural networks. The present research topic brings together cutting edge research on diverse species and developmental stages, highlighting convergence and divergence between humans and animals to facilitate translational research.
Memory
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Author : Bennett L. Schwartz
language : en
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Release Date : 2024-04-18
Memory written by Bennett L. Schwartz and has been published by SAGE Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-04-18 with Psychology categories.
Memory: Foundations and Applications covers key memory models, theories, and experiments, and demonstrates how students can improve their own ability to learn and remember. The new Fifth Edition includes research updates throughout, attention to individual, cross-linguistic, and cross-cultural differences, and support with how to assess evidence while minimizing personal bias to help students evaluate claims.
Olfactory Cognition
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Author : Gesualdo M. Zucco
language : en
Publisher: John Benjamins Publishing
Release Date : 2012-03-28
Olfactory Cognition written by Gesualdo M. Zucco and has been published by John Benjamins Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03-28 with Psychology categories.
This book was conceived as a tribute to one of the founders of the psychological study of the sense of smell, Professor Trygg Engen. The book is divided into four sections. The first reunites the fields of psychophysics and the perception of environmental odours and discusses the impact of odours on beliefs and expectations. The second addresses cognitive processes in olfaction, how odours are interpreted, lexicalized, associated with contexts and remembered. The third focuses on the cerebral bases of olfactory awareness and the neuropsychological investigation of olfaction with special emphasis on olfactory dysfunctions, and the last concerns affective and developmental processes in olfaction. The aim in producing this book is that it will help promote further research in olfactory cognition and attract new inquisitive scientists to the field. The volume will be a useful resource for academics, students, and professionals who study olfaction, as well as to scientists who work in the domains of perception, cognitive neuroscience and environmental psychology more broadly.
Odor Sensation And Memory
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Author : Trygg Engen
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 1991-11-21
Odor Sensation And Memory written by Trygg Engen and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991-11-21 with Education categories.
Our sense of smell, as Trygg Engen reminds us early in this definitive work, has been neglected as a research area. This neglect belies the very critical role that the sense plays in human adaptation to the environment through the monitoring of odors. Smell is learned through experience and results, Engen maintains, in a schema of memory system that enables individuals to process and categorize odors. There are closer relationships between the individual detecting an odor, the circumstances or environment, and the reaction of pleasure or aversion than with the other senses. When future occasions present the same or similar odors, memory will bring back the early experience and directly affect the reaction to the new stimuli. Engen sees odor perception as mainly psychological, unlike the traditional approach which sees the sense largely as an innate mechanism with a direct physiological basis. The research underlying this book is the most current in sensory cognition, reminding the reader of the importance of the sense of smell through examples of what deprivation entails. The author develops an appreciation of the odor-sensing ability mankind has and explores the uses to which that sense is applied. The ability to relate past to present perception--odor memory--and the gradations of odor impact are discussed, as well as the engaging questions of fragrances effects on behavior, odors and sexuality, mother-infant bonding, and pollution. This book is essential reading for all who work in areas relating to sensory perception and cognition.
Olfaction Taste And Cognition
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Author : Catherine Rouby
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2002-10-28
Olfaction Taste And Cognition written by Catherine Rouby and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-10-28 with Science categories.
The human body has developed complex sensory processing systems which manifest themselves in our emotions, memory, and language. This book examines such olfactory and gustatory cognition. Leading experts have written chapters on many facets of taste and smell, including odor memory, genetic variation in taste, and the hedonistic dimensions of odors.
Smell Memory Connection
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Author : Olivia Clark
language : en
Publisher: Publifye AS
Release Date : 2025-03-04
Smell Memory Connection written by Olivia Clark and has been published by Publifye AS this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2025-03-04 with Psychology categories.
Smell Memory Connection explores the profound link between our sense of smell, memory, and emotion. It examines how specific scents can trigger vivid memories and strong feelings, offering insights into the underlying neuroscience and psychology. One intriguing fact is how olfactory information bypasses the thalamus, a sensory processing center, leading to a more direct emotional response compared to sight or sound. This direct connection to the amygdala and hippocampusâkey structures in the limbic systemâexplains why smell-related memories are often so potent and emotionally charged. The book systematically guides readers through the anatomy and physiology of olfaction, tracing the neural pathways involved in memory formation, and delving into the various types of olfactory memories. It presents empirical evidence from neuroimaging studies and clinical cases, showcasing the practical applications of this knowledge in areas like memory enhancement and emotional disorder treatment. By integrating perspectives from neuroscience, psychology, and marketing, Smell Memory Connection provides a holistic understanding of how scents shape our experiences.
Stevens Handbook Of Experimental Psychology Sensation And Perception
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Author : Steven Yantis
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons
Release Date : 2004-02-05
Stevens Handbook Of Experimental Psychology Sensation And Perception written by Steven Yantis and has been published by John Wiley and Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-02-05 with Psychology categories.
Now available in paperback. This revised and updated edition of the definitive resource for experimental psychology offers comprehensive coverage of the latest findings in the field, as well as the most recent contributions in methodology and the explosion of research in neuroscience. Volume One: Sensation and Perception focuses on sensory experience and complex learned perceptions through modalities such as vision, touch, smell, and hearing.
International Symposium On Olfaction And Taste
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Author : Thomas E. Finger
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2009-08-24
International Symposium On Olfaction And Taste written by Thomas E. Finger and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-08-24 with Technology & Engineering categories.
This volume presents the latest research in the broad field of the chemical senses from the International Symposium on Olfaction and Taste. This field includes not only the obvious senses of taste and smell but also chemical irritation and related sensations. Scientists investigate the mechanisms and functions of the chemical senses in the oral and nasal cavity as well as in the viscera including the gut and airways. This volume takes an integrative approach and provides historical context for modern research in the field. NOTE: Annals volumes are available for sale as individual books or as a journal. For information on institutional journal subscriptions, please visit www.blackwellpublishing.com/nyas. ACADEMY MEMBERS: Please contact the New York Academy of Sciences directly to place your order (www.nyas.org). Members of the New York Academy of Science receive full-text access to the Annals online and discounts on print volumes. Please visit http://www.nyas.org/MemberCenter/Join.aspx for more information about becoming a member.
Multisensory Development
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Author : Andrew J. Bremner
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2012-06-21
Multisensory Development written by Andrew J. Bremner and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-06-21 with Medical categories.
We perceive and understand our environment using many sensory systems-vision, touch, hearing, taste, smell, and proprioception. These multiple sensory modalities give us complementary sources of information about the environment. This book explores how we develop the ability to integrate our senses.