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Exploring the concept of repressed memories, this book delves into the historical context and key events that shaped modern psychology and psychotherapy. It discusses the functioning of human memory, critiques misguided theories surrounding repressed memory, and highlights the brain's reconstructive nature. Additionally, it addresses the resurgence of belief in repressed memories among professionals and the public. The book concludes with legal and professional recommendations for those involved in or affected by repressed memory therapy practices.
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The Repressed Memory Epidemic, Mark Pendergrast
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- The Repressed Memory Epidemic
- Subtitle
- How It Happened and What We Need to Learn from It
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mark Pendergrast
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 660
- ISBN13
- 9783319633749
- Category
- Psychology
- Description
- Exploring the concept of repressed memories, this book delves into the historical context and key events that shaped modern psychology and psychotherapy. It discusses the functioning of human memory, critiques misguided theories surrounding repressed memory, and highlights the brain's reconstructive nature. Additionally, it addresses the resurgence of belief in repressed memories among professionals and the public. The book concludes with legal and professional recommendations for those involved in or affected by repressed memory therapy practices.