I Saw That: Brain Mechanisms Create Confidence About Things Seen
Researchers have identified specific brain functions that give you confidence that what you see is actually what you saw. ... Read More...
metacognition
Cognitive Neuroscience and the Awareness of Ignorance
Researchers shed light on areas of the brain associated with metacognitive judgement.... Read More...
A Brain System That Builds Confidence in What We See, Hear and Touch
A new study sheds light on the mechanisms behind metacognition and how we make sense of the world around us.... Read More...
Great Apes Know When They Don’t Know
Max Planck Institute researchers report great apes actively seek out new information to help fill gaps in their knowledge.... Read More...
How Overconfidence Can Lead to Poor Decision Making
A new study provides insight into how overconfidence can lead to poor decision making.... Read More...
Internet Access Makes Us Less Willing to Rely on Knowledge
Researchers report the web might be affecting how we think as people are less willing to rely on their knowledge when they have access to the internet.... Read More...
Lucid Dreams and Metacognition
According to new research, the brain area which enables self reflection is larger in those who have lucid dreams.... Read More...
Researcher Reveals the Brain Connections Underlying Accurate Introspection
A new study finds the ability to accurately reflect on perceptual experiences and the ability to accurately reflect on memory is unconnected, suggesting we have distinct introspective skills. ... Read More...