Hugo Mercier
What’s inside
Not Born Yesterday’ explores the science of who we trust and what we believe, challenging the idea that humans are gullible by default.
You’ll Learn
- Understanding why humans tend to trust or distrust information
- Developing critical thinking about media and communication
- Gaining insights into the social and psychological aspects of belief
- Refining the ability to evaluate the credibility of various sources
Key Points
- The Myth of Human Gullibility
- Cognitive mechanisms behind trust
- The role of language in belief formation
- Evaluating evidence and forming beliefs
- Cultural and evolutionary aspects of credibility
- Implications for democracy and governance
Who’s it For
- Psychology enthusiasts
- Skeptics
- Students of social sciences
- Anyone interested in cognitive science and communication
About the author
Hugo Mercier is a cognitive scientist known for his work on the function and evolution of reasoning.