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Sendhil Mullainathan Thinks Messing Around Is the Best Use of Your Time (Update)
People I (Mostly) Admire
The Psychology of Scarcity and Cognitive Load
This chapter explores how apps can enhance learning by reinforcing key lessons through interactive experiences while examining the complexities of memory and its fallibility. It discusses the psychological impact of scarcity, particularly among individuals facing poverty, highlighting how mental preoccupations like hunger and financial stress can diminish cognitive performance. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of rethinking assistance programs to better accommodate the cognitive burdens experienced by those in need, and the role of environment and play in personal development.
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