Given the Current Research on Recovered Memories, We Should Be

question 57

Multiple Choice

Given the current research on recovered memories, we should be skeptical if a person says that:

• A) she had psychogenic amnesia after an emotional shock and certain cues led the memory to return.
• B) her amnesia resulted from a blow to the head during a car accident.
• C) he now has memories of his experiences as an infant, thanks to therapy.
• D) the judge in his court case wouldn't consider his recovered memories as admissible evidence.

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