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Am Psychol March 1999 PMID 10199218

The seven sins of memory. Insights from psychology and cognitive neuroscience.

D L Schacter

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The discussions highlight the article's alignment with classic psychological theories, with one post citing Schacter's work directly, which underscores the recognition and validation of the concepts discussed. The tone suggests Respect and familiarity, emphasizing the article's scientific accuracy and significance for understanding memory errors.

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The posts show general consensus that the publication accurately reflects established psychological concepts, referencing Schacter's work, which indicates agreement.

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The discussions demonstrate moderate interest, touching on core ideas like memory sins and their psychological basis without delving into extensive debate.

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Responders reference specific concepts like 'blocking' and mention well-known research, indicating some engagement with the material, though at a relatively surface level.

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The dialogue suggests this publication reinforces foundational ideas in cognitive psychology, which could influence further discussion or research, though its impact appears modest.

Abstract in brief

  • The article explains that human memory, while generally reliable, is prone to seven main types of errors or "sins," which include forgetting, distortions, and intrusive memories.
  • It classifies these sins into three categories: transience, absentmindedness, and blocking (all related to forgetting), as well as misattribution, suggestibility, and bias (distortions), and persistence (intrusive memories).
  • Research from psychology, neuroscience, and clinical cases shows these memory flaws are not just mistakes but are actually side effects of otherwise useful and adaptive features of how our memory system works.]
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@_tedks @mimi10v3 It's psychologically accurate. See Schacter 1999's "The seven sins of forgetting", namely blocking. https://t.co/2f07xjm1mn https://t.co/M1IAOrnADE

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The seven sins of memory: Insights from psychology and cognitive neuroscience. https://t.co/ZjEIQRZs2L

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@ArchLeucoryx · X

@_tedks @mimi10v3 It's psychologically accurate. See Schacter 1999's "The seven sins of forgetting", namely blocking. https://t.co/2f07xjm1mn https://t.co/M1IAOrnADE

Apr 10, 2024 · 2 likes · 424 followers View post →
Prof Ian D. Boardley
@mdsportex · X

The seven sins of memory: Insights from psychology and cognitive neuroscience. https://t.co/ZjEIQRZs2L

Jul 17, 2019 · 1,529 followers View post →
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