Memory

1. How would you begin the process of recovering your memory? Who would you turn to, where would you search, and how would you proceed?

I would start by being with my family because they are the people who took care of me since I was born. I have spent most of my time with them and they are able to help me recollect my past. Going through albums, family photos, or even talking about past events that were fun. I would even go to the places that I liked the most. Then I would talk to friends who are really close.

2. Please describe the emotional journey you imagine you would be going through as you attempt to reconstruct your life. Imagine the feelings you would have.

At first it would be tough because I would be unaware of the situation and repeatedly remember the accident that had happened. I probably would have insomnia because of the stress of trying to remember something that is not even there. Once I know I have support from friends and family I would feel better trying to remember something without being afraid. If I do get my memories back completely I would probably cry tears of joy.

3. Suppose you were able to pick and choose the memories you wanted to recover from your life. What types of memories would you choose to retain and what types of memories might you decide to edit out of your remembered experience? Positive, negative, painful, happy, angry, frightened, etc. Please elaborate and explain some your decision making process.

I would want to remember happy memories because it is a drive that would help me move on with my life. Remembering the good times makes we want to do more with what I have now. Happy memories lead to recollections of more detailed information that was lost. Recalling other types of memories are also good in it’s own way but remembering something that was made to last and comfort is needed when one has retrograde amnesia.