On the other hand, some memories are difficult, if not impossible to describe with language. These are called non-declarative memory (or implicit memory or sometimes procedural memory).

Explicit Memory: Explicit memory, or declarative memory, is a type of long-term memory requiring conscious thought. It’s what most people have in mind when they think of a memory.

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On the other hand, some memories are difficult, if not impossible to describe with language. These are called non-declarative memory (or implicit memory or sometimes procedural memory).