Which of these currently appears to be the best explanation for early childhood amnesia?

a. Growth of new neurons enhances learning but also leads to forgetting

b. Slow development of the hippocampus impairs formation of episodic memories.
c. Young children do not form episodic memories because of their lack of language.
d. Young children do not form episodic memories because of short attention span.


a

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. were released home in about three days. b. were labeled as "normal" while in the hospital. c. interacted with hospital staff for many hours per day. d. were ignored by the hospital staff. e. B and C are correct.

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