What percentage of information can a person recall within 100 hours of experiencing a stressful event?

The retention of information following a stressful event is influenced by several factors, including the nature of the event, individual differences in memory, and the emotional impact of the experience. Research indicates that, within 100 hours of experiencing a stressful event, individuals can typically recall about 72% of the information associated with that event. This percentage reflects a strong retention of memories that are often vivid and detailed in the aftermath of a stressful or traumatic experience, as these memories are frequently encoded more strongly due to the heightened emotional state.

Choosing 72% as the level of recall aligns with findings in psychological studies that suggest significant information retention occurs during this period. The other percentages, while plausible in different contexts of memory retention, do not accurately reflect the research-backed statistic of memory recall specifically linked to stressful experiences within that timeframe.