Friday, November 9, 2007

Don't Forget To Test Your Memory

If you're an elephant, you can stop reading now. The rest of you are in for a mental challenge called Explore your memory, which can be found on the Web site of the BBC. Designed with the help of Professor Robert Logie from the University of Edinburgh, Explore your memory consists of a series of exercises that test what is known as your working memory, or more commonly referred to as short-term memory.

Not intended as a diagnostic tool-as the site clearly states-the test nonetheless presents a fun and interactive way to flex your memory muscles. To take this memory test you'll need some free time-at least twenty minutes-and free software called Flash 7, which you can download via a link on the site.

Oh, and a highly functioning prefrontal cortex will come in handy too! Good luck!

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