Repressed vs Suppressed Memories

These are two psychological terms that can be easily confused. Here is a brief explanation:

• Repressed memories are involuntary; you don’t realize you have them.
• Suppressed memories are voluntary; you consciously attempt to forget them.

Here’s a little way to keep them separate: You choose what to eat at “sup”per, similar to choosing to try to put a memory out of you mind.