
223 | Tania Lombrozo on What Explanations Are
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas
The Nature of Explanation in Cognition
This chapter examines the importance of explanations in cognitive psychology, bridging discussions from both philosophical and psychological perspectives. It explores how explanations are formed, their role in human reasoning, and the relationship between everyday cognition and scientific inquiry. The dialogue also addresses the challenges of reconciling empirical work with philosophical concepts, particularly regarding reasoning and the quest for understanding in different contexts.
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