Candida has had Alzheimer's disease for over a decade. In an effort to help slow her memory loss, therapists have begun asking her simple questions, waiting for 10 seconds, then, if Candida gets the item correct, re-asking the question after a slightly longer time delay. Candida's intervention is based on
A)recognition.
B)a circadian rhythm task.
C)spaced retrieval.
D)an internal belief system.

Question

Candida has had Alzheimer's disease for over a decade. In an effort to help slow her memory loss, therapists have begun asking her simple questions, waiting for 10 seconds, then, if Candida gets the item correct, re-asking the question after a slightly longer time delay. Candida's intervention is based on ​
A)recognition.
B)a circadian rhythm task.
C)spaced retrieval.
D)an internal belief system.

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The intervention described is spaced retrieval, which involves gradually increasing the time delay between when information is initially presented and when it is tested. This technique has been shown to improve memory retention in individuals with memory impairment, such as Alzheimer's disease. Choices A, B, and D are not relevant to the described intervention.

Candida Has Had Alzheimer's Disease for Over a Decade