A repressed memory is one that is still stored in the brain, but is not accessible by the conscious mind. Because these memories are usual of traumatic events, the theory is that the mind represses them to protect the individual from undue psychological stress. When a repressed memory is brought back into consciousness, it is called a recovered memory.
Due to the relative ease with which a practitioner can intentionally or unintentionally implant false memories via the power of suggestion, there is currently a great debate among psychologists as to whether or not repressed memories actually exist.
Due to the relative ease with which a practitioner can intentionally or unintentionally implant false memories via the power of suggestion, there is currently a great debate among psychologists as to whether or not repressed memories actually exist.
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