An '''engram''' is a [[Scientology]] and [[Dianetics]] concept having to do with certain types of memory. These memories are usually negative, and are unconscious. According to their literature:
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:''Engrams are a complete recording, down to the last accurate detail, of every perception present in a moment of partial or full “unconsciousness"'' and ''The goal and end result of Dianetics is the state of Clear, attained through many hours of Dianetics auditing.''<ref>http://www.scientology.org/en_US/news-media/faq/pg007.html</ref>
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==Comparison to Similar Concepts==
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Modern [[Psychology | psychiatry]] also recognizes unconscious memories and their ability to cause pain. Some types of [[Psychoanalysis | psychotherapy]] aim to reveal and confront these memories.