In social psychology, __________ refer(s) to recollections of a past traumatic event that are objectively false, but that people believe really occurred.

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False memory syndrome refers to the phenomenon in social psychology where people believe that they have recollections of a past traumatic event, but those recollections are objectively false. These false memories can be created through suggestive questioning, hypnosis, or other means. It is a controversial topic because some critics argue that false memory syndrome can lead to the creation of memories that never occurred and can have negative effects on individuals and families.

In Social Psychology, __________ Refer(s) to Recollections of a Past