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Flashbulb Memories

Flashbulb memories are vivid and detailed recollections of significant events, often linked to emotionally charged experiences. These memories are characterized by a sense of confidence in their accuracy, despite potential distortions over time.

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Flashbulb memories are a fascinating aspect of human memory, characterized by their vividness and emotional intensity. They occur during significant events, allowing individuals to recall details with remarkable clarity. However, despite their vivid nature, these memories are not infallible and can ...

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Key Terms

Memory
The mental capacity to store and recall information.

Example: I have a memory of my first day at school.

Emotion
A complex psychological state that involves a subjective experience, a physiological response, and a behavioral or expressive response.

Example: Happiness is an emotion I feel when I see my friends.

Recall
The act of retrieving information from memory.

Example: I can recall the details of my birthday party.

Vivid
Producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind.

Example: I have a vivid memory of my trip to the beach.

Distortion
The alteration of the original memory, leading to inaccuracies.

Example: My memory of the event was distorted over time.

Significant Event
An occurrence that has a major impact on an individual or society.

Example: The day I graduated was a significant event in my life.

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Key Concepts

emotional memorysignificant eventsvivid recallmemory accuracy