Involuntary autobiographical memories: an introduction to the unbidden past
Auteur :
Berntsen, Dorthe
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9781107405981
Date de publication :
26 juil. 2012
Dimensions :
22,6 x 15,0 x 2,0 cm
Poids :
330 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
We often remember personal experiences without any conscious effort. Such occurrences are known as involuntary autobiographical memories, traditionally defined as a sign of distress or trauma. This study sheds light on a much-maligned phenomenon, arguing that involuntary memories are predominantly positive and far more common than previously thought.