How people assess their abilities doesn't often line up well with how they objectively perform. However, there does seem to be a good reason for this, as well as a way that people can get better.

How good are you with money? What about reading people's emotions? How healthy are you, compared to other people you know? Knowing how our skills stack up against others is useful in many ways. But psychological research suggests that...

You ever know anyone who thinks they’re smarter than they actually are? Ever work with someone who’s way underqualified? Ever think back on your past self and cringe at your ignorance? Why is it that stupid people think they’re so smart?...

Join me on a quick tour of the lower lobby of The Hirshhorn and learn about conceptual artist, Barbara Kruger.

Tienes la sensacion que la gente que menos sabe de algo (incompetente) es la que mas segura parece? Aprende en este video lo que es el efecto Dunning-Kruger y porque ocurre.