Memory distortions

Memory distortions are inaccuracies or changes in how we recall past events. They can happen naturally due to the brain’s reconstructive process, where memories are pieced together rather than played back exactly. Factors like suggestion, emotions, or new information can alter details, leading to false or altered memories. This doesn’t mean deliberately lying, but reflects the brain's imperfect way of storing and retrieving information. Recognizing these distortions highlights that human memory is flexible and susceptible to influence, which is important in contexts like eyewitness testimonies or personal recollections.