Problems with Memory: Fresh Take

Describe common memory errors
Identify types of memory interference
Explain the misinformation effect
Describe how eyewitness testimony is unreliable
Describe different perspectives on false memories

Remembering and Forgetting

Watch this Crash Course video to review the process of remembering, forgetting, and problems with memory.

You can view the transcript for “Remembering and Forgetting: Crash Course Psychology #14” here (opens in new window).

Memory Errors

Watch this video to review memory decay, relearning, and memory interference:

You can view the transcript for “Decay and interference | Processing the Environment | MCAT | Khan Academy” here (opens in new window).

False Memories

Watch this video to review how factors like suggestibility, bias, and misattribution can lead to the formation of false memories:

You can view the transcript for “Are all of your memories real? – Daniel L. Schacter” here (opens in new window).