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2. there’s actually no such thing as “read-only” from our memory. it’s closer to “read and then rewrite.” so, it can change over time and often become less accu
by officialjunk 8y ago
2. there’s actually no such thing as “read-only” from our memory. it’s closer to “read and then rewrite.” so, it can change over time and often become less accurate the more you access memories.
- lloydde 8y agoPatient H.M. would seem to be counter evidence to your assertion. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Molaison https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Molaison
- wjn0 8y agoI don't think so. > For post-1953 information he was able to modify old memories with new information. For instance, he could add a memory about Jonas Salk by modifying his memory of polio. Additionally, the surgery he had, caused him to have a very... unique neurological structure. I'd hesitate to generalize his experiences directly that way.