Are Reports of Formerly Repressed Memories Authentic

question 37

Multiple Choice

Are reports of formerly repressed memories authentic?

• A)Research suggests that they are authentic in 80 to 90 percent of cases.
• B)Research suggests that they are authentic in about half of all cases.
• C)Research suggests that such memories are primarily the result of popular writings and leading questions by therapists.
• D)At this point in time it is not clear how many cases of repressed memory are authentic.

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Definitions:

Cultural Patterns

Refers to the recurring habits and norms that characterize the way of life and social relations of a particular community or society.

Follicular Phase

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Endometrium

The mucous membrane lining the interior of the uterus, which thickens during the menstrual cycle in preparation for possible implantation of an embryo.

Ovarian Material

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