CHAPTER 6.13: Superstitions

Question 1

when do superstitions form

Answer 1

when its not clear why we get a certain reward

Question 2

what is confirmation bias

Answer 2

idea that we seek out evidence for what we want to believe, conveniently forgetting what goes against our belief system

Question 3

can superstitions have beneficial effect?

Answer 3

they can lead to less stress which leads to better performance

ex. athletes and their habits (lucky ball, rituals)