Declarative memory refers to the type of memories we are able to consciously and deliberately access, and describe the contents of. Declarative memory is divided into the sub-categories of episodic memory (events) and semantic memory (facts).

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Thompson R. E., Madigan, S. A. (2005) “Memory: The Key to Consciousness (Science Essentials (Princeton Paperback)” (pp.1-24 and 228-250). Washington, D C: Joseph Henry Press.