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.
According to new research, the brain area which enables self reflection is larger in those who have lucid dreams.
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.
A new study provides insight into how overconfidence can lead to poor decision making.
Max Planck Institute researchers report great apes actively seek out new information to help fill gaps in their knowledge.
A new study sheds light on the mechanisms behind metacognition and how we make sense of the world around us.
Researchers shed light on areas of the brain associated with metacognitive judgement.
Researchers have identified specific brain functions that give you confidence that what you see is actually what you saw.
People can learn to use the non-conscious content in their brains to make profitable decisions. Findings suggest a novel form of non-conscious metacognition.
Teens are more likely to ignore advice than younger children, but only when the advice offered is bad. This is because teens are better at judging their own decisions, researchers say. The findings reveal the development of metacognition may be a key driver of developing independence during teenage years.
