The neural signature of emotional memories in serial crimes.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mehy.2017.07.026
Abstract: Neural plasticity is the process whereby semantic information and emotional responses are stored in neural networks. It is hypothesized that the neural networks built over time to encode the sexual fantasies that motivate serial killers… read more here.
Keywords: serial crimes; emotional memories; neural signature; signature emotional ... See more keywords
Reducing negative emotional memories by retroactive interference
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DOI: 10.1080/02699931.2018.1504748
Abstract: ABSTRACT Because negative emotional memories are often disruptive, we conducted two experiments to reduce these memories by using a retroactive interference (RI) paradigm. In both experiments, participants were presented with highly negative pictures (List 1)… read more here.
Keywords: negative emotional; retroactive interference; emotional memories; highly negative ... See more keywords
Changing emotional visual and auditory memories: are modality-matched dual-tasks more effective?
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DOI: 10.1080/02699931.2019.1666800
Abstract: ABSTRACT Clinical and laboratory studies have demonstrated that executing a demanding dual-task while recollecting emotional memories weakens the emotional intensity and vividness of these memories. While this approach is generally effective, there is room for… read more here.
Keywords: modality emotional; emotional visual; emotional memories; dual tasks ... See more keywords
0087 Childhood Naps Promote Short-Term Destabilization but Long-Term Consolidation of Emotional Memories
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DOI: 10.1093/sleep/zsaa056.085
Abstract: Early childhood naps have been shown to support emotional memory consolidation, but this benefit only emerges the following day. It is unknown whether consolidation occurs during the nap itself, or if napping only prepares memories… read more here.
Keywords: consolidation; term; emotional memories; interference ... See more keywords