reminiscence bump

The reminiscence bump is a phenomenon where people tend to remember a disproportionately large number of memories from their late teens to early thirties. This period often contains many significant life events, such as starting careers, forming relationships, and personal discoveries, which make these memories especially vivid and lasting. Psychologists believe this bump occurs because this phase is a time of identity formation and intense personal growth, leading to stronger encoding and retention of experiences. As a result, these memories stand out more clearly in our minds compared to other life stages.