APS
29th APS Annual Convention · 2017
Flashbulb Memories for the 2016 Presidential Election
- Dana Gerasimovich
Farmingdale State College, The State University of New York - David Brocker
Farmingdale State College, The State University of New York - Haaziq Walker
Farmingdale State College, The State University of New York - Marla Johnston
Farmingdale State College, The State University of New York - Michaela Porubanova
Farmingdale State College, The State University of New York
Abstract
Flashbulb memories are persistent, detailed recollections of an emotionally charged event (Brown and Kulik, 1977). This study’s goal was to see if the 2016 election had similar effects. Results show that for individuals who experienced positive emotions as a result of the election had more accurate, consistent recall.
Emotion
