Tag Archives: Daniel Kahneman

Correlation, Causation and Coincidence

Posted on 22 February, 2012 by

Correlation, coincidence and causation: three words that are often confused. Two things happen together – either at the same time, or sequentially.  Why? This is a correlation, and the natural human tendency is to assume that there is a reason … Continue reading →

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The Science and Politics of Fear

Posted on 16 February, 2010 by

I have just finished reading “Risk: The Science and Politics of Fear” by Dan Gardner.  It is a good read and I would recommend it highly to anyone with an interest in how perceptions of risk work. The Psychology of … Continue reading →

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