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The Reminiscence Bump

Why teenage memories hit harder

The Reminiscence Bump
Studies show that adults overwhelmingly cherish photographs taken between their early teens and late twenties more than any other period. Psychologists call this the reminiscence bump, a period when our sense of self and identity is rapidly forming. Looking back at photos from this era triggers an unusually intense emotional response.
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