The article reflects on the concept of infantile amnesia, introduced by Sigmund Freud in 1905, which describes the inability to recall memories before the age of two or three. While adults often forget early childhood moments, these experiences play a crucial role in shaping emotional development and well-being. Studies demonstrate that even very young children can form lasting memories, contradicting earlier beliefs about brain development. Researchers emphasize that the effects of early experiences—particularly trauma—can have long-term psychological implications, raising questions about the nature of memory and its impact on a person's life journey.
It's a shame none of us recalls exactly how good we once had it. At Christmas, I watched my daughter... and thought, wistfully: she won't remember any of this.
The paradox of infantile amnesia...is how is it that those experiences affect our life forever if they are forgotten?
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