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Memory as reconstruction

Memory as reconstruction

Flow diagram comparing Loftus and Palmer Experiment 1 on speed estimates and Experiment 2 on broken glass recall

The cognitive approach studies internal mental processes such as memory, attention and perception. Loftus and Palmer used eyewitness testimony to show that memory is active and reconstructive rather than a perfect recording.

Cognitive approach: classic research Lesson

  1. A Level
  2. /Psychology
  3. /Cognitive approach: classic research

Step-by-step lessons on Eduqas A Level Psychology Cognitive approach: classic research. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the compulsory core topics before tackling the more evaluation-heavy optional and issues-and-debates content.

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