APA Dictionary of Psychology

working memory training

Updated on 03/06/2026
a specific type of memory training that targets the capacity and efficiency of working memory, which is the system responsible for temporary storage and manipulation of information, through adaptive, repetitive cognitive tasks. It typically involves tasks that require remembering sequences, updating information, or dual-task processing (e.g., remembering numbers while solving math problems), to enhance overall working memory performance and support attention, problem-solving, and learning and academic skills.
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