Overview
This lecture explains the "doorway effect," a phenomenon where entering a new space causes your brain to reset or forget recent information.
The Doorway Effect
- The doorway effect occurs when you walk into a new room and forget your original purpose.
- This effect is caused by your brain resetting short-term memory when entering a new environment.
- The brain does this as a helpful mechanism to focus on adapting to new surroundings.
Key Terms & Definitions
- Doorway Effect — the phenomenon of forgetting why you entered a room due to entering a new space resetting your memory.
Action Items / Next Steps