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ยท Communicative function
A significant part of conversation we have with others is about our personal stories reminiscence bump. Autobiographic memory are powerful in this regard. Relating detailed autobiography also allows us to connect emotionally with others in an intimate and immediate way
Emotional function
According to Palmer (1998) autobiographic memory serves an important function in that it helps us to organize, reflect on and think through important life events. Most approaches in psychotherapy emphasize on connection between ones personal memories and psychological functioning. The inability of many depressives to recall the specifics of memories deters their ability to solve current problems and to imagine a better future. According to Herman , (1992) recounting ones personal memories of trauma in details is critical for recovery
Directive Function
According to Palmer (1998), directive function of autobiographic memory can help direct future behaviours. Lessons learnt from previous experience are crucial in the future events even if when all details are not remembered
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