Magic and the mind : mechanisms, functions, and development of magical thinking and behavior / Eugene Subbotsky.
| Author/creator | Subbotskiĭ, E. V. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | New York : Oxford University Press, ©2010. |
| Description | xiv, 202 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Magical reality -- Children and magic -- Verbal magical beliefs and children's everyday experience -- Magical thinking and children's cognitive development -- Beyond childhood -- Culture and magical thinking -- Magic and exploratory behavior -- Magical thinking and imagination -- Magic and human communication -- Magical beliefs and psychological defense -- Magical thinking and the mind -- Magical thinking and beliefs across lifespan : a summary. |
| Abstract | Subbotsky argues that the role of magical thinking in child development and in adult life should be reconsidered. In children, magical thinking is an important part of cognitive development. In adults, magical thinking assists individuals as they struggle with situations that are beyond rational control. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2009031083 |
| ISBN | 9780195393873 |
| ISBN | 0195393872 |