Asked by Maxveda Golafale on May 02, 2024
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During a trial,the judge is asked to decide whether or not to accept the recovered memories of the victim as evidence.In which of the following scenarios should the judge feel most confident when accepting the victim's recovered memories as evidence
A) If the repressed memories were recovered spontaneously.
B) If the repressed memories were recovered with the help of a therapist.
C) If the victim is female and she claims to have experienced sexual abuse.
D) If the victim is male and he claims to have experienced physical abuse.
Recovered Memories
Memories of traumatic events that were not remembered for a long period of time, but have returned to consciousness.
Repressed Memories
Memories, typically of traumatic or stressful events, unconsciously blocked from conscious access due to their upsetting nature but capable of influencing behavior and emotions.
Therapist
A healthcare professional specialized in treating psychological disorders and emotional distress through various methods, including counseling and psychotherapy.
- Acknowledge the role of memory distortions in altering eyewitness reports.
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Swieta CiszewskaMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Recovered memories that emerge spontaneously, without the influence of therapy or external suggestion, are generally considered more reliable than those recovered through therapeutic techniques, which can sometimes inadvertently lead to the creation or alteration of memories.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the role of memory distortions in altering eyewitness reports.