Month: October 2022

The computational society

Imagine a society where each individual mind acts as a powerful computer, working together to solve complex problems and create remarkable things. In this cognitive science perspective, we can see languages, legal systems, scientific theories, and technologies as the result of a massive distributed computation. Just like how a hive of bees collaborates to build […]

Published on October 5, 2022

Addiction Experts Fear the Fallout if California Legalizes Sports Betting

Imagine two fishermen in a boat, each using a different bait to catch fish. One fisherman uses a traditional hook and line, represented by Proposition 26, which would legalize sports betting only within existing brick-and-mortar establishments. The other fisherman, representing Proposition 27, casts his net wide with online sports betting. Addiction experts fear that online […]

Published on October 5, 2022

Great parenting as a teen means close-knit families later

Like how a chef’s careful preparation leads to a delicious meal, high-quality parenting during adolescence paves the way for strong parent-child relationships in young adulthood. Just as a well-crafted foundation keeps a house stable, these early parenting practices set the stage for warmth and closeness later on. This research suggests that the way parents interact […]

Published on October 5, 2022