Does dual-tasking neutralize emotional memory and reduce conditioned responses?

I.M. Engelhard, A.M. Krypotos, A. Leer, E.A.M. van Dis

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Abstract

This experiment tested whether dual-tasking (i.e., recalling the emotional memory while performing a visuospatial dual-task) neutralizes emotional memory, thereby decreasing conditioned responses. Undergraduates completed a differential conditioning paradigm with pictures of food items as conditioned stimulus (CS) and an aversive film clip (someone vomiting) as unconditioned stimulus (US). Following acquisition, there were three conditions: dual-tasking, recall only, or a filler task. Next, in the test phase, CSs and actual food items were presented. We expected that dualtasking, relative to control conditions, would decrease vividness/emotionality of the US memory, reduce CRs and increase willingness to eat the actual food items. Results and theoretical and clinical implications of the findings are discussed.
Original languageEnglish
Number of pages1
Publication statusUnpublished - 21 Jul 2016
Event6th International Conference on Memory - ELTE University Congress Center, Budapest, Hungary
Duration: 17 Jul 201622 Jul 2016
http://www.icom2016.com/

Conference

Conference6th International Conference on Memory
Country/TerritoryHungary
CityBudapest
Period17/07/1622/07/16
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