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RELEASE FROM PROACTIVE INTERFERENCE

By N., Sam M.S.

Reclamation of the ability to easily recall items in one category after changing categories of information to be recalled.

Cite this page: N., Sam M.S., "RELEASE FROM PROACTIVE INTERFERENCE," in PsychologyDictionary.org, April 28, 2013, https://psychologydictionary.org/release-from-proactive-interference/ (accessed May 15, 2026).
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Sam holds a masters in Child Psychology and is an avid supporter of Psychology academics.
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