Curiosity and surprise differentially affect memory depending on age

Abstract State and trait epistemic curiosity can promote various aspects of cognition and behavior. However, possible age-related changes, a link to surprise, and formal education remain understudied. In three behavioral experiments, with n = 54 in experiment 1, n = 81 in experiment 2, and n = 196 i...

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Published in:Scientific Reports
Main Authors: Alexandra Sobczak, Tineke Steiger, Marthe Mieling, Nico Bunzeck
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-09-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-14479-x