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The Spell Breaks

Devil and the Deep Blue Sea

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The Complexities of Memory and Eyewitness Testimony

This chapter explores the intricate nature of memory, focusing on its scientific research origins and its application in legal contexts, particularly eyewitness testimony. It discusses how memories are constructed rather than simply recalled, using the West Memphis Three case to illustrate the effects of suggestion and pressure on recollection. Additionally, it delves into the implications of repressed memories in therapeutic settings, raising ethical concerns about memory retrieval techniques and the potential for wrongful accusations.

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