Corkin HM study Flashcards
What was the aim of the study on HM?
To investigate memory loss in HM and identify the brain areas implicated in his amnesia.
Who was HM in the study?
Henry Molaison, a patient who had part of his hippocampus removed, leading to severe anterograde amnesia.
What procedure was used in the study of HM?
HM was frequently tested with psychiatric and memory assessments, interviews, and later MRI scans of his brain.
What were the results of HM’s study?
Memory is a distinct function localized to the temporal lobe’s hippocampus. MRI confirmed the hippocampal damage.
What was the conclusion from HM’s study?
Hippocampal damage is linked to long-term anterograde amnesia.
What is a strength of the HM study?
Use of both qualitative and quantitative methods provided reliable and rich data.
What is another strength of the HM study?
Highlighted the role of the hippocampus in memory formation, offering important insights into brain function.
What is a limitation of the HM study?
HM’s epilepsy could have already damaged his brain, potentially confounding the results.
What is another limitation of the HM study?
Long-term researcher involvement may have introduced researcher bias.
