In contrast to temporary changes associated with sensory memory, short-term memory involves lasting structural changes in the brain.

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Short-term memory is a type of memory that involves holding information in the brain for a short period of time (usually up to 30 seconds). It is believed to rely on temporary changes in the activity of neurons, rather than lasting structural changes. Sensory memory, on the other hand, is very short-lived (fractions of seconds) and involves a direct sensory experience of the external world without any conscious interpretation.

In Contrast to Temporary Changes Associated with Sensory Memory, Short-Term