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Erman Misirlisoy

Chicago
As seen in: Elemental, Forge, Medium, OneZero, The Startup, Thrive Global
Sports stats obsessive, scientist (behavioral/psych/neuro), writer, birdwatcher

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Erman Misirlisoy’s Biography

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Erman has a PhD in cognitive neuroscience from University College London. During his academic career, he published papers related to self-control, free will, decision-making, neurological disorders, and sport. His research on high pressure decisions in elite sport attracted worldwide media coverage in outlets including the BBC, LA Times, Business Insider, and The Telegraph.

Erman is now a full-time science writer and consultant. He regularly publishes articles about the brain, behavior, and hea…

Erman Misirlisoy’s Journalist Portfolio

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This Is Your Brain on the Internet

This Is Your Brain on the Internet

Our internet usage has "Googlified" our brain, making us more dependent on knowing where to access facts and …

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The Science of Hypocrisy - Member Feature Stories - Medium

The Science of Hypocrisy - Member Feature Stories - Medium

We all want to act fairly until we are put on the spot and facing our own personal consequences.

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In the Future, We May Not Need to Face Our Fears - Member Feature Stories - Medium

In the Future, We May Not Need to Face Our Fears - Member Feature Stories - Medium

When phobias are overwhelming enough that they take over our lives, we may be able to defeat them without eve…

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When Your Body Is No Longer Yours - Member Feature Stories - Medium

When Your Body Is No Longer Yours - Member Feature Stories - Medium

Have you ever wondered whether your arm actually belongs to you? I'd bet most people answer with a resounding…

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Facebook Knows You Better than You Know Yourself - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

Facebook Knows You Better than You Know Yourself - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

We all have moments of weakness, and those moments are often the most revealing about us. We are less conscio…

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The Altruistic Brain - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

The Altruistic Brain - Erman Misirlisoy, PhD - Medium

With our divided politics and fierce news media, it's easy to lose faith in human goodness. Everyone seems to…

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Articles

Why Effortful Fun Feels More Fulfilling

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By Erman Misirlisoy
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Press enter or click to view image in full size All of us enjoy lazy leisure occasionally — lounging on the couch, watching TV, or scrolling through social media. The problem is this stuff doesn’t produce any real sense of meaning in life, so it can become hazardous for mental well-being in excess. We tend to derive deeper meaning from spending time with family and friends, studying, learning, and working.
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How Your Metacognitive Habits Fuel Emotional Harms

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By Erman Misirlisoy
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Much of our daily experience is shaped by the way we mentally reflect on the thoughts or sensations emerging in our bodies. For example, two people can interpret the same discomfort in their chest in wildly different ways: one might dismiss it as a harmless, momentary flutter that will pass, while another might view it as a distressing signal that their heart health is at risk.
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How to Improve Your Learning Process

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By Erman Misirlisoy
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Erman Misirlisoy, PhD · Follow 5 min read · -- Photo by Eugenio Mazzone on Unsplash If you’re currently trying to master a new language, study for an exam, or educate yourself on a new topic, you’ll know all about the challenges of learning and recall. New learnings often seem to leave your brain as quickly as they enter, and even with repeat study, some specific bits of information never seem to come to you when you need them.
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Why did you become a journalist?

To better communicate the latest in neuroscience and psychology research to diverse audiences.

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

One of my front-page features on Medium was a story on how the internet is changing our brain. The responses from readers were great to read.

What's your favorite drink?

Whisky. On the rocks.