CHRISTOPHER MADAN CHRISTOPHER.MADAN@NOTTINGHAM.AC.UK
Assistant Professor
Rethinking the definition of episodic memory.
Madan, Christopher R
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Abstract
The definition of episodic memory, as proposed by Tulving, includes a requirement of conscious recall. As we are unable to assess this aspect of memory in nonhuman animals, many researchers have referred to demonstrations of what would otherwise be considered episodic memory as “episodic-like memory.” Here the definition of episodic memory is reconsidered based on objective criteria. While the primary focus of this reevaluation is based on work with nonhuman animals, considerations are also drawn from converging evidence from cognitive psychology, neuropsychology, and cognitive neuroscience. Implications of this rethinking are discussed, as well as considerations of familiarity, indirect measures of memory, and generally what should be viewed as necessary for episodic memory. This perspective is intended to begin an iterative process within the field to redefine the meaning of episodic memory and to ultimately establish a consensus view.
Citation
Madan, C. R. (2020). Rethinking the definition of episodic memory. Canadian Journal of Experimental Psychology, 74(3), 183-192. https://doi.org/10.1037/cep0000229
Journal Article Type | Article |
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Acceptance Date | Jun 8, 2020 |
Online Publication Date | Sep 1, 2020 |
Publication Date | Sep 1, 2020 |
Deposit Date | Jun 10, 2020 |
Publicly Available Date | Mar 28, 2024 |
Journal | Canadian Journal of Experimental Psychology |
Print ISSN | 1196-1961 |
Electronic ISSN | 1196-1961 |
Peer Reviewed | Peer Reviewed |
Volume | 74 |
Issue | 3 |
Pages | 183-192 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.1037/cep0000229 |
Keywords | episodic memory, non-human animals, recollection, hippocampus |
Public URL | https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/3019934 |
Publisher URL | https://psycnet.apa.org/doiLanding?doi=10.1037%2Fcep0000229 |
Additional Information | ©2020 CPA. This article may not exactly replicate the final version published in the CPA journal. It is not the copy of record. |
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