Metacognition is our ability to think about our own thoughts. For example, while walking through the woods at night, we might encounter a long object and think: “Is this a stick or a snake? And how am I so sure about my judgement?” While it’s a useful ability, metacognition is prone to bias and is also affected by our mental health. For example, schizophrenia makes people overconfident in their metacognition, while depression makes us underconfident. Read full article here
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The First Solar-Powered Car Comes at a Hot Price
The Lightyear O is a revolutionary electric car powered by the sun. Developed by a Dutch startup, the four-door sedan has over 50 square feet of solar panels on its roof and hood, generating up to 43 miles of energy a day. With production now underway in Finland, the car does come with a hefty price tag at $262,000, but the company hopes to introduce a more affordable version, the Lightyear 2, by 2025. Read full article here