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Category: Cognition and Perception

Memory Distortion: What Really Happened in the Past?

Our memories ultimately determine who we are in the present; however, even our shared experiences are subjective, especially because such memories become distorted over time. But why does this happen in the first place?

September 25, 2022
Sans Forgetica: Could a font boost your studying?

An investigation into the effectiveness of Sans Forgetica, a font created to be intentionally difficult to read to engage readers and potentially improve recall ability.

May 26, 2022
Behavioral Economics: How Psychology Can Inform Other Fields

Picture this: Two economists are going on a leisurely stroll together when they stumble upon a one-hundred-dollar bill lying on the sidewalk. The two promptly walk past it without giving it much attention. One of the economists turns and says, “Did we just pass a $100 bill on the ground?” The other economist replies, “Of…

April 5, 2022
Fake News! A Cognitive Perspective on the Spread of Misinformation Among Older Adults

Social media has increased the spread of news–some truthful, and others less so–in recent years. Is this information consumed differently across different age groups? And how does its persuasiveness change across the lifespan?

June 7, 2021
Bayesian Reasoning: Navigation through Uncertain Decisions

Bayesian Reasoning: What is it and how can it help our decision-making? In this article, we explain the Bayes’ Theorem, discuss contexts where bayesian reasoning is important, and review research on how to improve one’s bayesian reasoning.

May 24, 2021
Getting Meta about Metacognition

In this article, I explain how we evaluate our own learning and knowledge, also known as metacognition, and why our metacognition can sometimes go awry.

April 26, 2021
The Cognitive Abilities of Crows

Crows have long been portrayed as uniquely intelligent birds, but how much of this is based on fact? Studies have revealed that crows possess remarkable cognitive abilities, with a recent report suggesting that they may even have a form of consciousness.

March 16, 2021
Memory Malfunctions: A Discussion of Research on False Memory

Your memory may not be as accurate as you think. Decades of research on false memory have revealed several instances when memories can be inaccurate or even fabricated.

April 21, 2020
Flashcards: Are you using them effectively when learning?

Flashcards are often recommended as a way to help students prepare for exams. However, do students use this study tool in an effective way?

April 13, 2020
Out with the Old, in with the Older

Three septuagenarians are running for president. Does age affect the ability to lead?

March 14, 2020

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