March 2015 PMID 25755646

Memory distortion for traumatic events: the role of mental imagery.

Deryn Strange, Melanie K T Takarangi

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17
Peak: 1 in Sep 2020
across 5 sources since Sep 2020

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88,998
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7,586

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Sep 2020 – Oct 2025

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What people are saying

Overall, the reactions reflect interest and a basic acknowledgment of the research's importance, with comments such as 'crazy stuff' conveying intrigue. The tone is casual and somewhat dismissive, indicating curiosity rather than thorough engagement or strong agreement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most commenters acknowledge the significance of the research, with phrases like 'crazy stuff' suggesting intrigue but not outright disapproval.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show curiosity about the topic, as evidenced by the brief mentions and reactions indicating some level of engagement.

EngagementNeutral engagement

There is limited deep analysis or detailed discussion evident; reactions are mostly superficial or brief, like calling it 'crazy stuff.'

ImpactModerate impact

The posts hint at the importance of understanding memory distortion, implying some recognition of its relevance, but do not emphasize a transformative or urgent effect.

Abstract in brief

  • The text discusses how traumatic memories can become distorted over time, influenced by mental imagery and the way the brain processes these vivid images.
  • It explores how mental imagery can either reinforce or alter traumatic memories, impacting how people remember and experience these events.
  • The study emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between mental imagery and memory distortion to improve trauma-related treatments and interventions.]

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George Dawson
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Some mechanisms: Memory distortion for traumatic events: the role of mental imagery https://t.co/ydj63SzDjD

Jan 20, 2021 · 2 likes · 7,818 followers View post →
Dani Fethez
@DaniMet1 · X

@amberssoul @carriecalista It's three articles in that tweet actuall: 1. https://t.co/r7LFNpcYpp 2. https://t.co/YgiVA2bDp3 3. https://t.co/fQgrQxhQbr This is for the article in the next tweet: 4. https://t.co/sruHFKJQTf

Jan 26, 2023 · 3,430 followers View post →

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Dani Fethez
@DaniMet1 · X

@amberssoul @carriecalista It's three articles in that tweet actuall: 1. https://t.co/r7LFNpcYpp 2. https://t.co/YgiVA2bDp3 3. https://t.co/fQgrQxhQbr This is for the article in the next tweet: 4. https://t.co/sruHFKJQTf

Jan 26, 2023 · 3,430 followers View post →
George Dawson
@dawso007 · X

Some mechanisms: Memory distortion for traumatic events: the role of mental imagery https://t.co/ydj63SzDjD

Jan 20, 2021 · 2 likes · 7,818 followers View post →
Tom Bombadil
@iAmTh3LizardKng · X

Memory Distortion for Traumatic Events: The Role of Mental Imagery https://t.co/WtsBrPhYo4 Crazy stuff

Sep 12, 2020 · 90 followers View post →