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The optimism bias

The optimism bias

Are we born to be optimistic, rather than realistic? Tali Sharot shares new research that suggests our brains are wired to look on the bright side -- and how that can be both dangerous and beneficial.

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Material Type:
Presentation
Date Added to MERLOT:
January 24, 2019
Date Modified in MERLOT:
May 4, 2021
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Submitter:
Cathy Swift
Asian American, Native American, Pacific Islander Serving Institution Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
Professional
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Website
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Not specified at this time
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This is a 17 1/2 minute video
Language:
English
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No
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