Is It Real or Prototype? The Memory Trust Factor

Ever wonder if that childhood vacation story is actually true, or if it's been warped by time and family legend? A new study suggests we might be more aware of memory distortions than previously thought. This episode dives into the fascinating world of memory and metacognition (thinking about our thinking). So, listen in and find out if you can truly trust those memories bouncing around in your head!

Reference article: A reduction in self-reported confidence accompanies the recall of memories distorted by prototypes