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Why do we think? The dynamics of spontaneous thought reveal its functions
J. N. Mildner and D. I. Tamir
Spontaneous thought—mind wandering, daydreaming, and creative ideation—may both optimize memory and keep us focused on current goals. Using NLP and machine learning on think-aloud data from 3,359 participants, this research conducted by Judith N. Mildner and Diana I. Tamir finds evidence for both functions.
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