Flashbulb memory formation refers to the creation of vivid memories associated with highly emotional or significant events. These memories often involve detailed recollections of where individuals were when they heard about the event and what they were doing.
Related terms
Emotion: A strong feeling such as happiness or fear that is usually accompanied by physiological changes.
Encoding: The initial process of converting sensory input into a form that can be stored in memory.
Retrieval: The process of accessing stored information from memory.