The 7 Laws of Magical Thinking: How Irrational Beliefs Keep Us Happy, Healthy, and Sane

"Psychologists have documented a litany of cognitive biases--misperceptions of the world--and explained their positive functions. Now, Matthew Hutson shows us that even the most hard-core skeptic indulges in magical thinking all the time--and it's crucial to our survival"--Provided by publisher.

Author: Matthew Hutson
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Published: 02/26/2013
Pages: 304
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.20w x 0.70d
ISBN13: 9780452298903
ISBN10: 0452298903
BISAC Categories:
- Self-Help | Personal Growth | General
- Psychology | Cognitive Psychology & Cognition
- Psychology | Emotions

About the Author
Matthew Hutson has a BS in cognitive neuroscience from Brown University and an MS in science journalism from MIT. He lives in New York City.