Meta-Analysis of the Association Between Autobiographical Memory Specificity and Exposure to Trauma
Tom J. Barry
Bert Lenaert
Dirk Hermans
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Trauma exposure reduces the specificity of autobiographical memories, which may increase risk for emotional disorders.

2018

Meta-Analysis of the Association Between Autobiographical Memory Specificity and Exposure to Trauma

Keywords trauma; memory specificity; emotional disorders; PTSD; meta-analysis

Summary

Exposure to trauma can make it harder for individuals to recall specific details about their past. This reduction in the precision of autobiographical memories may elevate the likelihood of developing emotional disorders.

Summary

Experiencing trauma can make autobiographical memories less specific. This change in memory might raise the risk of developing emotional disorders.

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Experiencing trauma can make a person's memories of their own life less detailed. This lack of specific memories might increase the chance of developing emotional problems.

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When people experience something very upsetting, it can change how well they remember their own life stories. Their memories might not be as clear or have as many details. This less clear way of remembering could make it harder for them to manage their feelings, possibly leading to emotional problems.

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Barry, T. J., Lenaert, B., Hermans, D., Raes, F., & Griffith, J. W. (2018). Meta-analysis of the association between autobiographical memory specificity and exposure to trauma. Journal of Traumatic Stress, 31(1), 35–46. https://doi.org/10.1002/jts.22263

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