Elizabeth Loftus (2013), who is the speaker in this video, is one of the leading experts in false memories and eye-witness accounts. Her work in the
criminal justice system has resulted in the release of people who were incarcerated because of incorrect eye-witness testimony.
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⚫ After watching this video, and reading the textbook, what is your conclusion as to the prevalence of false memories and incorrect eye-witness
accounts?
• Can you think of any memories that you may have that might be incorrect?
• Have you ever placed a false memory in another person?
• Find and discuss at least one other article regarding false eyewitness accounts.