Thinking, Fast and Slow
A widely read account of the mental shortcuts and systems involved in judgment and choice.
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Overview
Thinking, Fast and Slow helps explain part of how the mind or body functions. This entry shows what it does, why it matters for cognition or behaviour and where popular claims go beyond what is established.
Functions or definition
- Contributes to one or more measurable biological or cognitive processes.
- Works with broader systems rather than operating independently.
Key facts
- Context changes what this means for an individual.
- A plausible mechanism does not guarantee a meaningful improvement in daily life.
- Definitions and measures vary between scientific fields.
References
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