Memory

Memory is the faculty of the mind by which data or information is encoded, stored, and retrieved when needed. It is the retention of information over time for the purpose of influencing future action. If past events could not be remembered, it would be impossible for language, relationships, or personal identity to develop.

Extends: Memory, [Mental processes](https://wikipedia.org.ai/Mental processes), [Neuropsychological assessment](https://wikipedia.org.ai/Neuropsychological assessment), [Sources of knowledge](https://wikipedia.org.ai/Sources of knowledge)