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Cognitive Bias

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neuroscience1 year ago

"The Influence of Affection on Learning: Insights from Brain Studies"

A study in cognitive neuroscience reveals that our brains favor learning from individuals we like over those we dislike, impacting memory integration and potentially reinforcing polarization in society. The research demonstrates that personal preferences significantly affect our ability to connect information and form new inferences, highlighting the fundamental role of likability in learning processes and its potential impact on beliefs and perceptions.

neuroscience2 years ago

"The Reliability of Your Brain: Insights from Neuroscientist Heather Berlin"

Neuroscientist Heather Berlin explains that each person's brain is unique and shaped by their experiences, leading to individual perceptions of the world. Emotions play a significant role in shaping our cognitive processes and can influence our perception of the environment. Our brains have limited capacity to process information, leading to biases and schemas that can affect our perception. However, with mindfulness and awareness, we can rewire our brains and change our perspectives for the better, ultimately gaining control over how our brains perceive the world.