Psychol Rev March 2016 PMID 26479707

Believing what we do not believe: Acquiescence to superstitious beliefs and other powerful intuitions.

Jane L Risen

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The discussions show interest in how individuals can knowingly reject superstitions yet still act on them, using inviting and positive language like 'cool paper' and referencing influential figures like Jane Risen to underscore the significance. The tone suggests curiosity and recognition of the study's relevance, but the depth remains moderate, focusing more on confirming the article's main points than on detailed analysis or critique.

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Most discussions acknowledge the validity of the article's points about people's irrational adherence to superstitions, indicated by phrases like 'recognize that a superstitious belief makes no sense but still act on it.'

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The discussions highlight enthusiasm and curiosity about the topic, with words like 'cool paper' and noting the significance in understanding human behavior, showing active engagement.

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Participants reference the core ideas of the publication and relate them to psychological theories and real-world implications, demonstrating moderate depth of discussion.

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While the comments recognize the importance of the research, they mainly serve to introduce the topic rather than explore broad societal implications or practical applications, leading to a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • The article explains that superstitions are not just found in people with mental issues but are common among educated and emotionally stable adults, driven by intuitive thinking (System 1) that produces magical beliefs.
  • It discusses a dual process model, like Kahneman and Frederick’s, where System 1 generates quick, intuitive answers, and System 2 can correct these answers, but sometimes people recognize errors yet choose to ignore or accept them, a process called acquiescence.
  • The author proposes refining this model by distinguishing error detection from correction, suggesting that people can acknowledge their beliefs are irrational but still act on them, which could help better understand not only magical thinking but other psychological phenomena.]

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Annie Duke
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Believing What We Do Not Believe: Acquiescence to Superstitious Beliefs and Other Powerful Intuitions People can recognize that a superstitious belief makes no sense but still act on it. Cool paper from Chicago Booth professor, Jane Risen https://t.co/Hos1Rt9Dyd https://t.co/oxJJmexIBC

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Florian Cova
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161/#365papers: Risen, J. L. (2016). Believing what we do not believe: Acquiescence to superstitious beliefs and other powerful intuitions. Psychological Review, 123(2), 182.

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George Wu
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RT @AnnieDuke: Believing What We Do Not Believe: Acquiescence to Superstitious Beliefs and Other Powerful Intuitions People can recognize…

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Ümmühan Özkal
@UmmuhanOzkal · X

RT @AnnieDuke: Believing What We Do Not Believe: Acquiescence to Superstitious Beliefs and Other Powerful Intuitions People can recognize…

Jan 1, 2022 · 8 shares · 340 followers View post →
Florian Cova
@CovaFlorian · X

161/#365papers: Risen, J. L. (2016). Believing what we do not believe: Acquiescence to superstitious beliefs and other powerful intuitions. Psychological Review, 123(2), 182.

Aug 11, 2021 · 5,823 followers View post →
George Pantelakis
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RT @AnnieDuke: Believing What We Do Not Believe: Acquiescence to Superstitious Beliefs and Other Powerful Intuitions People can recognize…

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Ashish Pandey
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RT @AnnieDuke: Believing What We Do Not Believe: Acquiescence to Superstitious Beliefs and Other Powerful Intuitions People can recognize…

Oct 8, 2020 · 8 shares · 233 followers View post →
George Wu
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RT @AnnieDuke: Believing What We Do Not Believe: Acquiescence to Superstitious Beliefs and Other Powerful Intuitions People can recognize…

Oct 7, 2020 · 8 shares · 2,366 followers View post →
Annie Duke
@AnnieDuke · X

Believing What We Do Not Believe: Acquiescence to Superstitious Beliefs and Other Powerful Intuitions People can recognize that a superstitious belief makes no sense but still act on it. Cool paper from Chicago Booth professor, Jane Risen https://t.co/Hos1Rt9Dyd https://t.co/oxJJmexIBC

Oct 7, 2020 · 32 likes · 8 shares · 99,352 followers View post →