Remembering to Remember: The Impact of Prospective Memory on Improving Cognitive Performance and Quality of Life

This article aims to shed light on the role of prospective memory in enhancing cognitive performance and quality of life, with a focus on the cognitive mechanisms and theoretical hypotheses underlying this process.The article proposes that prospective memory consists in the ability to envision and plan prospective events, which is a complex interface between episodic memory and executive functions such as planning, working memory, and inhibition.This interplay positions prospective memory as a pivotal factor in boosting cognitive performance and improving quality of life.For this reason, we will present foundational theories explaining the functioning of prospective memory, including episodic memory theory and