Working memory is one of the brain’s executive functions. It is a metaphorical bucket inside the brain that holds information temporarily in order to assist us in completing a task or thinking through an idea. The information is held only very briefly and then it goes away after a few seconds or when a person gets distracted.
Autistic people often have weak working memory. This can greatly impact their day to day life.
In order to understand working memory a bit more clearly, here are 3 examples of activities in which working memory is used:
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