flashbulb memory
n.— «The theory of “flashbulb memories” holds that shocking events—such as a presidential assassination—are created in a unique process that sears an image into the brain like a photo.» —“Remembering 9/11″ WWAY-TV (Wilmington, North Carolina) Dec. 19, 2006. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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