What delusions can tell us about the cognitive nature of belief
Briefly

Natalie’s experiences show that individuals actively engage in understanding their delusions, testing beliefs against their surroundings, rather than passively accepting them.
Her case suggests that delusions may not solely arise from sensory anomalies but instead reflect a quest for meaning influenced by personal context and media.
Natalie's dismissal of certain delusions while still holding on to others indicates that different thresholds exist in evaluations of bizarre beliefs.
The influence of social context and media on belief formation challenges traditional views, suggesting a more complex interaction between perception, context, and understanding in delusions.
Read at Ars Technica
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