Three causes of forgetting
Three causes of forgetting
Forgetting can happen for three different reasons: decay, displacement and retrieval failure. The key skill is to identify which detail in a scenario reveals the cause.
Step-by-step lessons on OCR GCSE Psychology 5.1.2 Types of forgetting. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Start with the more concrete topics like memory and development before tackling evaluation-heavy topics like psychological problems and criminal psychology.