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Predictive Brain with Andy Clark

Overthink

CHAPTER

Predictive Processing: The Brain's Model of Perception

This chapter explores the theory of predictive processing in the brain, contrasting it with traditional methods of perception. It discusses how our brains create internal models based on past experiences and how these models influence our interpretations of sensory information. The implications of this predictive approach are highlighted in relation to biases and real-world situations, emphasizing the importance of understanding how expectations shape our perceptions.

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