In directed forgetting studies, older adults have a harder time blocking out the to-be-forgotten items, leading to better recall of to-be-forgotten items.

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Studies have consistently found that older adults have a harder time blocking out the to-be-forgotten items, which leads to better recall of these items compared to younger adults. This phenomenon is known as the "directed forgetting effect."

In Directed Forgetting Studies, Older Adults Have a Harder Time