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Woo-Kyoung Ahn is a Professor of Psychology at Yale University, specializing in cognitive psychology and reasoning. Her research focuses on causal learning, mental models, and cognitive biases.
Known for: Thinking 101: How to Reason Better to Live Better
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Thinking 101: How to Reason Better to Live Better
In this engaging exploration of human reasoning, Yale psychologist Woo-Kyoung Ahn examines why our minds often lead us astray and how we can think more clearly. Drawing on decades of cognitive psychology research, she explains common biases and mental shortcuts that distort our judgment, offering practical strategies to improve decision-making and everyday reasoning.
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The Nature of Human Reasoning
When we talk about human reasoning, we often imagine a perfectly logical machine that gathers data and draws conclusions with precision. Yet, research tells a different story. Our minds don't simply record events; they construct causal explanations and mental models to make sense of experience. This...
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Cognitive Biases and Heuristics
The human brain is an engine of efficiency. To handle the constant flood of information, it uses shortcuts — heuristics — that allow quick judgments without exhaustive analysis. These cognitive shortcuts save time but often sacrifice accuracy. In my research and teaching, I’ve watched how elegantly ...
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About Woo-Kyoung Ahn
Woo-Kyoung Ahn is a Professor of Psychology at Yale University, specializing in cognitive psychology and reasoning. Her research focuses on causal learning, mental models, and cognitive biases. She has received numerous awards for her teaching and research contributions.
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