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Supersense : why we believe in the unbelievable / Bruce M. Hood

This work examines the psychological and scientific origins of superstitions and irrational behaviours. It explores why humans engage in rituals and maintain supernatural convictions, drawing on experimental research to explain common cognitive patterns.

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Accession Number: 15250

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