The Non-prophets
Understanding Belief Formation
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What delusions can tell us about the cognitive nature of beliefThe Conversation, By Michael Connors and Peter W Halligan, on November 19, 2024http://theconversation.com/what-delusions-can-tell-us-about-the-cognitive-nature-of-belief-243627This episode of The Non-Prophets explores the intricate relationship between belief, delusion, and religious convictions. Hosted by Eli Slack, the discussion is prompted by an article from The Conversation by Michael Connors and Peter Hallagan, examining whether beliefs and delusions share common psychological roots. The article highlights that the primary difference between the two lies not in the mental process of formation but in the number of adherents, challenging our perceptions of "normal" beliefs versus delusional thinking.The panel delves into a case study of a woman experiencing postpartum psychosis, whose delusions were shaped by interpreting ordinary stimuli in the context of her personal biases. This underscores a universal mechanism: beliefs, whether true or f