On the Veracity and Variability of Traumatic Memory

We specify conditions under which a memory for a traumatic event has a high, medium, or low probability of accurately reflecting the target event. In addition, we specify circumstances under which a second party may have a large, medium, or minimal influence on the content of traumatic memory.

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Published in:Traumatology (Tallahassee, Fla.) Fla.), 1996-06, Vol.2 (2), p.15-22
Main Authors: Jacobs, W. J., Laurance, H. E., Thomas, K. G. F., Luzcak, S. E., Nadel, L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Human
Interpersonal Influences
Memory
Memory Decay
Trauma
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Summary:We specify conditions under which a memory for a traumatic event has a high, medium, or low probability of accurately reflecting the target event. In addition, we specify circumstances under which a second party may have a large, medium, or minimal influence on the content of traumatic memory.
ISSN:1534-7656
1085-9373
DOI:10.1177/153476569600200203