Working memory is one of the executive functions. It is our mental scratchpad, where we temporarily hold and play with info to help with tasks like problem-solving and learning. It’s key for everyday stuff but has limited space, so juggling too much can be tough, especially for people with ADHD, who have an even more limited space.
When your working memory is not working, it can lead to situations where you forget the beginning of the question by the time it gets to the end, or enter a room and don’t remember why you went in there.
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