The reminiscence bump

The reminiscence bump is a phenomenon where people tend to recall a disproportionately large number of memories from their late teens to early adulthood, roughly ages 10 to 30. This period often includes significant life events like graduation, starting careers, and forming long-lasting relationships. Psychologically, these years are viewed as a formative time when identity and important experiences are established, making memories from this period more vivid and accessible than those from other ages. The bump highlights how our sense of self and meaningful milestones influence which memories stand out the most over time.