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The repressed memory controversy: is there middle ground?

P S Penfold1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of British Columbia, Vancouver.

CMAJ : Canadian Medical Association Journal = Journal De L'Association Medicale Canadienne
|September 15, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Recovered memories of childhood sexual abuse can be real or fabricated. Further research is crucial to differentiate between genuine and false memories, guiding medical professionals in supporting alleged victims and accused parents.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Memory Studies

Background:

  • The debate surrounding the veracity of recovered memories of childhood sexual abuse is complex.
  • Conflicting viewpoints exist regarding the reliability of memories retrieved during therapy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the main issues in the debate over the authenticity of long-hidden memories of childhood sexual abuse.
  • To review arguments and hypotheses from medical and social-science literature.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of medical and social-science research.
  • Analysis of arguments from proponents of false memories, genuine memories, and balanced approaches.

Main Results:

  • Available research suggests that both recovered and fabricated memories of sexual abuse can exist.

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  • The distinction between genuine and false memories remains unclear due to ongoing research.

    • Conclusions:

    • Physicians should maintain an open mind and provide support to both alleged victims and accused parents.
    • Further research is needed to corroborate recovered memories, understand memory mechanisms, and identify factors influencing memory performance and suggestibility in therapy.