Prospective
Memory by DYNSEO

Evaluate your ability to remember to carry out planned actions: appointments, medications, commitments, future tasks — in 12 concrete questions.

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Prospective memory is the ability to remember to carry out a planned action in the future. Unlike retrospective memory (recalling the past), it concerns what you need to do: take a medication, call someone back, go to an appointment, pass on a message. This free test evaluates your strategies and identifies your areas for improvement.

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12 scenarios

Appointments, medications, errands, work deadlines, birthdays… everyday situations.

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5 levels

From "To strengthen" to "Excellent" with personalised advice for your profile.

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2 types tested

Time-based and event-based prospective memory (contextual cue).

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Instant result

Score, percentage and level with concrete tips to improve your strategies.

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Answer honestly based on what you actually do, not what you would like to do.

🎲 Member mode: your 12 questions are drawn from a bank of 20 — a different test every time!

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🧠 Understanding prospective memory

        ✅ The two types of prospective memory
        Time-based: remembering to do something at a specific time ("at 3pm, call the doctor"). It requires internal monitoring of time.
Event-based: remembering to do something when a cue appears ("when I see Marie, give back her book"). It depends on recognising the trigger signal.

    

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Daily autonomy

Remembering appointments, commitments and tasks to complete is essential for remaining independent and organised.

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Health and safety

Remembering to take medications, turn off the gas or lock the door directly relies on prospective memory.

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Social relationships

Keeping promises, calling someone back or wishing someone a happy birthday strengthens trust and bonds with others.

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Professional effectiveness

Meeting deadlines, not forgetting meetings and passing on information are key skills at work.

❓ Improving prospective memory

What factors impair prospective memory?

Stress and fatigue reduce the attentional resources needed. Age can also affect it, but strategies can compensate effectively. Interruptions and multitasking also disrupt the retention of intentions.

How to concretely improve prospective memory?

Use external aids (alarms, sticky notes, lists), create mental associations between the intention and an environmental cue, and visualise the action to be performed at the planned time. Regularity and routine help greatly.

Does this test replace a neuropsychological evaluation?

No. This test is a reflection and awareness tool. If forgetfulness strongly impacts your autonomy or if you notice a progressive worsening, consult a healthcare professional (neuropsychologist, GP).

Do DYNSEO programmes train prospective memory?

Yes. JOE (adults) and EDITH (seniors) offer exercises that train planning, attention and working memory — all essential functions for prospective memory.