I'm looking for the name of a cognitive/learning technique in which a person is given two or more questions--on unrelated subjects--and is to give the answer to both questions at the same time. [more inside]
posted by zardoz on Nov 4, 2009 - 0 answers

Cognitive Biases - better list than Wikipedia? I have encountered a few more than mentioned at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_cognitive_biases Are there many more or these biases? Please point me in the right direction. THX BB
posted by bright77blue on Oct 23, 2009 - 13 answers

What should I be doing to help my baby's development? Baby Ava is now 6 months old and she is starting to really become a little person. Mommy and daddy talk to her, read to her, sing to her, play various style of music for her. She plays with blocks, rattles, and spends a little time in an exersaucer. What else can we do to help her mind grow and her body develop?
posted by jasondigitized on Apr 6, 2009 - 30 answers

I'm looking for mottos, slogans, or quotes that are short enough to be easily remembered, that are meant to spur someone to take action towards their goals, and/or that warn against overthinking and overplanning and staying in your head – in other words, that laud the merits of action over thought. I've already thought of "just do it" (which is the precise sentiment I'm looking for), but it is so overplayed that it doesn't have much meaning any longer. Any sentiment of any length is appreciated, but ideally it would be something that easily sticks in your mind.
posted by WCityMike on Apr 3, 2009 - 80 answers

I'm working on my PhD in artists' books at the moment. Recently, pursuing aspects of creativity from a cognition-and-creativity viewpoint has become interesting to me. I need a toehold on the science, here. [more inside]
posted by aesop on Mar 3, 2009 - 5 answers

I have just realized that I am appallingly bad at abstract thought. Anytime I need to solve a problem that requires higher-level abstract thinking, I am unable to do so. So, for example, if I see an argument spelled out in symbols, I have to translate those symbols into real-world terms for me to understand them. What can I do to gradually improve my ability to handle abstract thoughts and ideas in my brain. [more inside]
posted by leybman on Dec 17, 2008 - 9 answers

I have a friend who suffers from anxiety and panic disorder. She currently sees a therapist, but is interested in a more structured approach. Does anyone have a recommendation for a female therapist in Austin, TX who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? I would also be interested in getting recommendations for brief inpatient programs.
posted by anonymous on Oct 28, 2008 - 3 answers

I'm not getting a much out of my cognitive-behavioral therapy. Do my therapists suck, or are my expectations just too high? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 17, 2008 - 16 answers

I need to know the table of contents for the 2nd edition of Eysenck and Keane's Cognitive Psychology: A Student's Handbook, published in 1990, ISBN# 0863771548 [more inside]
posted by Squid Voltaire on Jul 18, 2008 - 4 answers

I need evidence! I want to change two of my core beliefs about myself: (1) I will not find someone I love as much as the last girl and (2) I will not be truly happy until I find someone else. If you are single and do not believe these things about yourself, what evidence would you say backs up those beliefs for you? [more inside]
posted by Ringo on Jul 5, 2008 - 20 answers

When you hit your head, do you lose brain cells? If so, how many? Also can you get them back? If yes, how? [more inside]
posted by meta.mark on Mar 21, 2008 - 8 answers

I never finished college, instead I've been a passionate self-learner for a long time now. I'm interested mostly in cognitive in behavioral sciences. I've read a number of academic and college textbooks on the subject. And now, I really don't know what to do with all this knowledge. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Feb 20, 2008 - 16 answers

Help me rejuvenate my mind! Are the Posit Science or Brain Fit programs of any real use to a (maybe below par) 50 year old? Are there any other worthwhile books or exercises to help sharpen up my memory, attentiveness, concentration and aliveness? [more inside]
posted by DarkForest on Apr 5, 2007 - 10 answers

What is involved in a PhD interview? What should I expect, and how should I prepare? [more inside]
posted by waxwing on Jan 31, 2007 - 18 answers

Is there a bike that can be pedaled backwards? [more inside]
posted by Samizdata on Jan 15, 2007 - 16 answers

What are the more serious side effects that can come from taking Lamictal? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 25, 2006 - 20 answers

At what point during a concert (e.g. rock/pop/country) performance do you recognize and applaud the song performed? [more inside]
posted by JigSawMan on Jun 5, 2006 - 27 answers

What's the significance of losing ten percent of your grey matter (cerebral atrophy)? [more inside]
posted by overanxious ducksqueezer on Apr 15, 2006 - 13 answers

Looking for scholarly psychology article comparing cognitive behavioural therapy to medication. Preferably showing CBT to be superior to meds alone. [more inside]
posted by Idiot Mittens on Apr 6, 2006 - 9 answers

I was interested in buddhist or other religious or even philosophical doctrines on the notion that desire enslaves the MIND. Scientific references, too, but my guess is that religion and philosophy have devoted more thought to this area. To clarify, I am interested in the COGNITIVE effects of desire, not moral issues (as in the 7 deadly sins, gluttony, lust, etc.) Any leads greatly appreciated! Thanks a bunch!
posted by adamrobinson on Apr 6, 2006 - 11 answers