Psychology Written Assignment

1. Find and read the article:

Bechara, A., Damasio, H., Tranel, D., & Damasio, A. R. (1997). Deciding advantageously before knowing the

advantageous strategy. Science, 275(5304), 1293-1295.

2. Summarize the article (What is the purpose of the experiment? Who are the participants? What is measured; How is that “what” measured? What are the Findings & Conclusions?).

3. Contrast the nonconscious thinking approach to information-processing discussed article (Bechara et al., 1997) with the critical thinking approaches addressed in the first two modules in this course with specific attention to the Six Core Critical Thinking Skills (Facione & Gittens, 2016, p. 34). Please select a minimum of two of these six core critical thinking skills to compare and with the nonconscious thinking approach discussed in the assigned article.

For example, compare and contrast nonconscious thinking with the core critical thinking skill of self-regulation; compare and contrast nonconscious thinking with the core critical thinking skill of evaluation.

4. How does one reconcile these two approaches to problem-solving in one’s quest to become a strong critical thinker and adept truth-seeker. Describe the value to each of these information processing methods (nonconscious thinking and critical thinking). Explain how these strategies may work work together to facilitate effective thinking.

5. Cite at least one other scholarly article in generating your argument. This source is NOT be cited in your article summary section. You must cite the Bechara et al. (1997) and our course textbook (Facione & Gittens, 2016) along with this secondary source.

6. Be mindful of grammar and writing mechanics. The paper should be a minimum of 800 words (this word count DOES NOT include your reference section or cover page), and meet the standards of APA style. You may find the attached template to be helpful in constructing an APA-styled paper.