MEM Cast Episode 156: Reflection
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Apr 2, 2023 
In this insightful discussion, Dr. Nicola Cooper, an expert in Clinical Reasoning, delves into metacognition and reflection. She highlights how decision-making isn't just about knowledge but is significantly influenced by motivation, mood, and cognitive styles. The conversation reveals that while some individuals naturally excel in reflective thinking, these skills can also be cultivated, especially through effective teaching methods in medical education. Discover how understanding these dynamics can enhance diagnostic accuracy and outcomes.
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Metacognition Boosts Clinical Reasoning
- Metacognition is thinking about your own thinking, especially during decision-making.
- It enhances clinical reasoning by making you consciously analyze your thought processes.
Use Reflection to Improve Diagnosis
- Reflect in the moment on the evidence and alternative diagnoses to improve accuracy.
- Prompt yourself or others to list supporting findings rather than just stating a diagnosis.
Cognitive Style Affects Reasoning
- Individual differences in cognitive style, not just intelligence, explain variation in clinical reasoning.
- Cognitive style includes how much one seeks evidence and thinks critically about information.
