Asked by Rodley Louis on Sep 26, 2024
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During a trial,Patricia cross-examines an expert on repressed memories.Patricia argues with the expert on the credibility of recovered repressed memories.What could be the counter-argument of the expert
A) Many repressed memories are recovered using hypnotism, which is a reliable method.
B) It is common for victims of sexual abuse to oscillate between denying and accepting the abuse having taken place.
C) Many repressed memories are recovered using dream analysis, which suggests memories of the abuse are intact, but not always accessible.
D) It is not uncommon for people to experience abuse when they are young and cannot comprehend what is happening, so they forget about it.
Hypnotism
A psychological technique involving inducing a state of intense concentration or trance-like state, aimed at heightening suggestibility and relaxation.
Repressed Memories
Recollections that are involuntarily suppressed because they are linked to severe stress or trauma.
Dream Analysis
A psychoanalytic technique used to explore the hidden meanings and symbols in dreams, often associated with the work of Freud.
- Become aware of memory-related biases and their consequences on the credibility of eyewitness testimonies.
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Learning Objectives
- Become aware of memory-related biases and their consequences on the credibility of eyewitness testimonies.
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