AP Psychology· difficulty 4/5
Mood-congruent memory describes
We tend to recall events that match our current mood
There is no consistent connection between mood and recall
All memories are stored in an emotionally neutral form
Memory completely disappears during very sad moods
Explanation
When sad, sad memories are more accessible.
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