theory of reconstructive memory Flashcards
1
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schemas
A
people construct their memories based on prior experiences, but we don’t tend to recall them in chronological order. Our beliefs can influence the memory.
2
Q
prior experiences
A
Our memories are influence by prior experiences so are never
entirely accurate.
3
Q
expectations
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Our knowledge & beliefs can influence schemas & distort memories.
4
Q
leading questions
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manipulating people’s memories through suggestion.
5
Q
confabulation
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Making up details to fill in the blanks in a memory - ‘honest lying’.
6
Q
limitations
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-Too reductionist - there are many complex factors that may affect memory recall
-It doesn’t account for other factors that contribute to recall such as anxiety, age.
-It doesn’t explain how memories are processed.
