Why are we unable to recall our childhood? The science of childhood amnesia: Lets start with a quick overview of what is science behind amnesia so lets begin with it Firstly, reflect on your first memory. Perhaps it’s your first day at school, a family getaway, or a birthday celebration. But what happened prior to that? Why can’t we recall being kids or infants? This occurrence is known as childhood amnesia, and researchers have been investigating it for many years. In this post, we’ll examine: § The definition of childhood amnesia § Why our minds "erase" early memories § When children begin to create lasting memories § Interesting insights on memory in infants compared to adults Basically, childhood amnesia or infantile amnesia refers to adult’s inability to recall early childhood memories—typically those prior to the age of 3 or 4. What Are Scientists Saying? The earliest recollection for most individuals is typically from abo...