043 - Misremembering - Julia Shaw and Dan Simons
You Are Not So Smart
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The Fragility of Memory and Deception
This chapter investigates the complex interplay between self-deception, false memories, and confabulation, highlighting the difference between intentional and unintentional memory distortion. Through the lens of a research study, it examines how suggestive techniques can lead individuals to falsely believe in events that never occurred, particularly in a legal context. The discussion emphasizes the implications for law enforcement practices and the necessity of a science-based approach to memory retrieval.
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