Researchers are taking the first steps towards of a quantum theory model of humor, to explain what really happens on the cognitive level in the moment when we 'get the joke.' Why was 6 afraid of 7 ...

By focusing on cognitive biases commonly associated with psychosis, the researchers hoped to clarify whether these patterns help explain why some people are more likely to believe in conspiracy ...

Although Denis Villeneuve's Dune franchise began in 2021, an earlier movie by the director may secretly have been a prequel to his Dune saga.

Why do we hate to hear the truth, especially if it involves hearing something we need to improve? A concept called cognitive dissonance gives us an answer. It occurs when someone holds two ...

The basis of social learning theory is simple: People learn by watching other people. We can learn from anyone—teachers, parents, siblings, peers, co-workers, YouTube influencers, athletes, and ...

How Stereotype Threat Theory Helps Explain the ‎Accomplishment Gap Extra cognitive load can impair the performance of stereotyped groups. Posted June 16, 2023 | Reviewed by Devon Frye ...

A new report has identified a significant association between childhood adversity and impaired social cognitive functioning among adults diagnosed with major psychiatric disorders. A new report ...

Cognitive biases and brain biology help explain why facts don’t change minds Published: August 11, 2022 8:14am EDT Keith M. Bellizzi , University of Connecticut ...