Pierre Janet

Pierre Janet was a French psychologist who explored the complex nature of memory and consciousness. He believed that memories are not just simple recordings of events, but are deeply interconnected with emotions and our sense of self. Janet introduced the idea that traumatic experiences could lead to fragmented memories and psychological disorders. He distinguished between different types of memory, highlighting how some memories are accessible while others remain hidden or repressed. His work laid foundational concepts in psychology, influencing later theories on trauma, dissociation, and the treatment of psychological disorders.