How reliable is your memory, like really? In this episode of Objection: Psychology!, host Lazaro takes you into the unsettling world of false memories and the serious consequences that it has in the courtroom. Using the real-life case of Ronald Cotton's wrongful conviction, we explore how confident eyewitnesses can often send innocent people to prison
We will break down the psychology of false memories, the role of suggestive questioning, and how trauma can distort recollection. We will also dive into recovered memory therapy and why courts are being increasingly wary of eyewitness testimony,
Whether you're a true crime enthusiast, a psychology student like myself, or just curious about how our minds work under pressure, this episode will change how you think about memory and justice.
Key Topics Covered
- Ronald Cotton’s misidentification case
- The science of false memories
- Eyewitness testimony and wrongful convictions
- Legal controversies around recovered memory therapy
- Psychological terms defined with sources
We will dive next week into the neuroscience of psychopathy, exploring how brain imaging is used and misused in court and pose the question: can science really predict criminal intent?
Tune in now, and remember; stay curious, stay critical, and as always... objection sustained! We are available on ALL platforms.
Email: lazarofernandez@usf.edu
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