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The Truth and the Hype of Hypnosis.

Nash, Michael R. – Scientific American, 2001

Provides information about hypnosis. Uses research data to define hypnosis, discuss the relationship between hypnosis and memory, and present some possible benefits. Includes a chart with some common misconceptions about hypnosis and the corresponding true statement. (DDR)

Descriptors: Cognitive Structures, Educational Strategies, Elementary Secondary Education, Higher Education

The Economics of Fair Play.

Sigmund, Karl; Fehr, Ernst; Nowak, Martin A. – Scientific American, 2002

Reports on the field of experimental economics and speculates about why we value fairness and cooperation over the seemingly more rational selfishness. Illustrates a typical decision making situation using the Ultimatum game. (DDR)

Descriptors: Cognitive Structures, Decision Making, Economic Research, Epistemology