cued recall

a type of memory task in which an item to be remembered is presented for study along with a cue and the participant subsequently attempts to recall the item when given the cue.

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Psychology term of the day

March 17th 2025

micturition reflex

reflex contraction of the bladder in response to signals from its stretch receptors. During development, a child learns to suppress the micturition reflex and to control urination. Also called bladder reflex.