Psych Discussion

Segment 8, "False Memories," of the following video presents an experiment of false memory that I invite you to try out. Log in S01613748

 

References

Films on Demand. (2015). Dumb it up [Video file]. National Geographic (original copyright 2013). https://fod-infobase-com.ccco.idm.oclc.org/p_ViewVideo.aspx?xtid=68821

Instructions

Which of the words did you remember seeing on the first set of train cars? Whether or not you were personally influenced by false memory during this experiment, the fact remains that the majority of people frequently experience the effects of memory distortions like this. Considering the prevalence of these difficulties, please respond to the following in your initial post;

· What memory improvement techniques have you found to be helpful in your everyday life?

· What new strategies do you plan to try? As an eyewitness to a crime, how could you use information from this module to improve your memory for specific details?

· Be sure to incorporate at least 1 credible resource in addition to the textbook to support your statements. Minimum of 350 words