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Eszter Csábi1, Fanni Mercédesz Kovács2, Márta Volosin3,4
1Department Of Cognitive and Neuropsychology, Institute of Psychology, University of Szeged, Egyetem utca 2, Szeged, H- 6722, Hungary. csabi.eszter@szte.hu.
BMC Psychiatry
|February 19, 2025
Summary
In young adults, negative affective states like depression significantly impact memory satisfaction and complaints, more so than objective cognitive performance. Subjective memory is not directly linked to measurable cognitive abilities in this age group.
Area of Science:
- Cognitive Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Mental Health
Background:
- Subjective memory complaints are well-documented in older adults, but less understood in young adults.
- Factors influencing memory perception in young adults require further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore contributing factors to subjective memory complaints in young adults.
- To examine the roles of objective cognitive performance, affective state, well-being, and sleep quality.
Main Methods:
- 125 young adults (average age 21) participated.
- Assessed subjective memory, cognitive domains (verbal, visual, working memory, executive functions), depression, anxiety, well-being, and sleep quality.
Main Results:
- Depression significantly predicted memory satisfaction and complaints.
- No significant relationship found between subjective memory and objective cognitive performance.
- Executive functions and anxiety predicted internal strategy use.
Conclusions:
- Negative affective states, particularly depression, are stronger predictors of memory satisfaction and complaints in young adults than objective cognitive abilities.
- This highlights the importance of mental health in subjective memory experiences during young adulthood.
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