Loss of memory for events occurring after the time of surgery or trauma is termed:
A) retrograde amnesia.
B) redundant amnesia.
C) contextual amnesia.
D) anterograde amnesia.

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Anterograde amnesia refers to the loss of ability to create new memories for events occurring after the time of surgery or trauma. Retrograde amnesia refers to the loss of memory for events occurring before the time of surgery or trauma. Redundant amnesia and contextual amnesia are not commonly used terms in the field of psychology.

Loss of Memory for Events Occurring After the Time of Surgery