Memories that we are unable to retrieve when they are needed (inert memories) are rarely a problem because the information becomes spontaneously available in the presence of any retrieval cue.

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Inert memories can be a significant problem because they often require specific, sometimes very precise, retrieval cues to become accessible. Without the right cue, the memory may remain difficult to access.

Memories That We Are Unable to Retrieve When They Are