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We used to think that the human brain was a lot like a computer; using logic to figure out complicated problems. It turns out, it's a lot more complex and, well, weird than that. In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank discusses thinking & communication, solving problems, creating problems, and a few ideas about what our brains are doing up there. Want more videos about psychology? Check out our sister channel SciShow Psych at ! -- Chapters: Introduction: Cognition 00:00 Concepts & Prototypes 1:39 Prejudice 3:00 Solving Problems: Algorithms & Heuristics 3:29 Neurology of Problem Solving 4:44 Confirmation Bias & Belief Perseverance 5:46 Mental Sets & the Availability Heuristic 6:39 Framing 9:01 Review & Credits 9:46 -- Crash Course is on Patreon! You can support us directly by signing up at Want to find Crash Course elsewhere on the internet? Facebook - Twitter - Instagram - CC Kids:
