Biological factors in cognitive processes
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Which hormones?
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Stress hormones such as adrenaline.
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Which brain area?
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The amygdala, signalling the hippocampus.
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Flashbulb memory?
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A vivid memory of hearing shocking news.
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Vivid means accurate?
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No: emotion raises vividness and confidence more than accuracy.
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