Flashbulb Memories
Flashbulb memories can be very vivid and often involve shocking historical events. An example would be the terrorist attacks in New York on 9/11.
Discuss a flashbulb memory that has significance to you and describe specific details.
What senses are involved in this memory?
What strong emotions did you experience during the original event?
Why would you characterize this memory as a flashbulb memory?
How does thinking about it now affect you?