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Motivated Memory in Economics - a Review

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  • Andrea Amelio
  • Florian Zimmermann

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In this article, we review the economics literature on the motivated recall of information. Summarizing both theoretical and empirical work, we highlight key results this literature has produced. We also discuss methodological issues when studying motivated memory. We conclude by highlighting open questions and possibly exciting avenues for future research.

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  • Andrea Amelio & Florian Zimmermann, 2022. "Motivated Memory in Economics - a Review," ECONtribute Discussion Papers Series 213, University of Bonn and University of Cologne, Germany.
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    Memory; Beliefs; Motivated Reasoning; Review;
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