Traumatic memories are often fragmented – a psychologist explains how and why that happens

Traumatic memories are not recalled the same way pleasant memories are. Filmstax/E+ via Getty Images When survivors of trauma recount their experiences, they are often questioned because of how they relay their stories. They may have problems remembering what happened, or their memories may be jumbled or even contradictory. People hearing those stories – attorneys, reporters, healthcare workers or friends – may expect a clearer, linear narrative. Those unaffected by trauma may also be surprised…