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Predictive Brain with Andy Clark

Overthink

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The Predictive Brain: Experience Beyond Sensation

This chapter examines the brain's predictive processing model, challenging the traditional view of consciousness as a passive receiver of sensory input. It discusses how perception is shaped by internal predictions rather than solely sensory data, with implications for mental health and social issues like implicit bias. Through various examples, including perceptual phenomena and the experiences of individuals with autism, the chapter highlights the dynamic interplay between expectations, perception, and decision-making.

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