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<h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: Yes, Repeating Something Helps You Remember
The more times you repeat something, the more likely you will be able to remember it, according to HappyChild.org. Repetition puts information into your long-term memory.
On the Other: Repetition Can Be Boring and Annoying
Many people dread repetition and find it boring, according to Selkirk College. In addition, the use of repetition can be annoying to people. Advertisers have learned that even though people found their advertisement annoying, the repetition of the advertisement led to familiarity, making people more likely to buy the product, according to ChangingMinds.org.
Bottom Line
There are several different memorization techniques. They are memorization through association, grouping, repetition, mnemonic techniques and memorization through visual, auditory or kinesthetic ways, according to Selkirk College. People respond differently as to which technique works best for them.
Source:
ChangingMinds.org: Repetition Principle
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