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Krystian Barzykowski1, Ewa Skopicz-Radkiewicz1, Radosław Kabut1
1Applied Memory Research Laboratory, Institute of Psychology, Faculty of Philosophy, 154679Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland.
Psychological Reports
|December 23, 2021
Summary
Retrieval intentionality and monitoring processes influence autobiographical memory characteristics. This study suggests distinct pre- and post-retrieval monitoring stages impacting memory recall.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Memory Studies
Background:
- Autobiographical memories can be voluntary or involuntary.
- Retrieval intentionality and monitoring processes are key factors in memory recall.
Purpose of the Study:
- Investigate how retrieval intentionality and monitoring affect autobiographical memory characteristics.
- Examine the influence of intentionally seeking a memory versus expecting one to surface.
Main Methods:
- Mixed-method analysis combining qualitative and quantitative approaches.
- Re-analysis of a large dataset of involuntary and voluntary memories.
- Independent judges rated memory accessibility on several dimensions.
Main Results:
- Retrieval intentionality and monitoring processes impact memory characteristics.
- Findings suggest potential stages in memory retrieval influenced by intention and monitoring.
Conclusions:
- Propose a novel hypothesis of two independent monitoring types.
- These monitoring types may operate separately before and after memory retrieval.
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