The Potential Ambiguity of Negative Questions in Children's Testimony Applied Cognitive Psychology (in press)

Key Points

• Children's testimony may be influenced by the ambiguity of negative questions, complicating legal processes.
• The study shows that negative questions can lead to less accurate memories in children when recalled.
• Analysis of child interviews illustrates how cognitive psychology principles apply to their responses to negative inquiries.
• Findings support the need for careful questioning techniques in legal settings to minimize confusion for child witnesses.