Abstract |
Current controversy exists regarding the role of episodic representations in the formation of long-term semantic memories. Using the drug midazolam to induce temporary amnesia we tested participants' memories for newly learned facts in a semantic cue condition or an episodic and semantic cue condition. Following midazolam administration, memory performance was superior in the episodic and semantic condition, suggesting early semantic learning is supported by episodic representations.
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Authors | Paul Merritt, Elliot Hirshman, Shane Zamani, John Hsu, Michael Berrigan |
Journal | Brain and cognition
(Brain Cogn)
Vol. 61
Issue 2
Pg. 219-23
(Jul 2006)
ISSN: 0278-2626 [Print] United States |
PMID | 16423438
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- GABA Modulators
- Midazolam
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Topics |
- Adult
- Amnesia
(chemically induced, diagnosis)
- GABA Modulators
(adverse effects)
- Humans
- Learning
- Mental Recall
(drug effects)
- Midazolam
(adverse effects)
- Neuropsychological Tests
- Semantics
- Severity of Illness Index
- Time Factors
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