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Cognitive Science's Vera Tobin examines the psychology of plot twists
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May 31, 2018
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Why our brains love plot twists
Mental Floss
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Vera Tobin
, assistant professor of cognitive science, explained the mental process that makes plot twists so enjoyable, citing the curse of knowledge—a psychological effect—as the main contributor.
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