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Karl Friston on the Perils of Investigations into Consciousness, Derealization, and the Free Energy Principle

Theories of Everything with Curt Jaimungal

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Understanding Repression and Decision-Making

This chapter examines the interplay between evidence, models, and decision-making within psychoanalysis and cognitive behavioral therapy, using arachnophobia as a case study. It discusses key concepts like Bayesian belief updating and selective attention, illustrating how individuals navigate visual perceptions and the information they consume. The exploration also addresses the implications of self-reinforcing narratives and the necessity of discerning reliable sources to enhance critical thinking and adapt behaviors effectively.

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