The creation of false memories is evident in many different ways, such as eyewitness accounts and experiments conducted in the past, however suppression is an issue that has baffled many. There appears to be little evidence for the factual basis of repressed memories, and many argue that it does not exist. Evidence of repression in laboratories is slowly emerging, but not as rapidly as evidence of false memories. It has been difficult to clinically test repressed memories because most memories cannot be examined during the actual event to corroborate the stories. Experimenters are discovering new ways to eliminate this barrier by creating memories early in the experiment. This is important for examining the creation of false memories during the study phase. This research study will explore the differences between recovered memories and false memories through research and experiments. Other closely related terms and terms will be discussed, examining any differences, as they relate to repressed memories. The possibility of decoding an actual difference between recovered memories and false memories, through biological techniques. Because false memories can be created, examining these creations in a laboratory setting can shed light on overlooked facts. Exploring these issues will also aid the development of better therapeutic techniques for therapists in managing memories. This can lead to an easier process for patients and therapists if they have to go through the legal system in relation to a discovered memory. Recovered memories versus false memories: Is it possible to determine what is real? Repressed memories are a topic that has been a much discussed topic. ongoing dispute among some, however ac...... middle of paper ......e. Psychological Science (Wiley-Blackwell), 20(1), 92-98. doi:10.1111/j.1467-9280.2008.02247.xMcNally, R. J., Clancy, S. A., Barrett, H. M., Parker, H. A., Ristuccia, C. S., & Perlman, C. A. (2006). Specificity of autobiographical memory in adults who report repressed, recovered, or ongoing memories of childhood sexual abuse. Cognition and emotion, 20(3/4), 527-535. doi:10.1080/02699930500342779McNally, R. J., Clancy, S. A., Schacter, D. L., & Pitman, R. K. (2000). Cognitive processing of traumatic cues in adults reporting repressed, recovered, or ongoing memories of childhood sexual abuse. Journal of Abnormal Psychology, 109(3), 355-359. doi:10.1037/0021-843X.109.3.355Steffens, M., & Mecklenbräuker, S. (2007). False memories: phenomena, theories and implications. Zeitschrift Für Psychologie/Journal Of Psychology, 215(1), 12-24. doi:10.1027/0044-3409.215.1.12