Magic and the mind [electronic resource] : mechanisms, functions, and development of magical thinking and behavior / Eugene Subbotsky. Subbotski�i, E. V. (Evgeni�i Vasil�evich) Magical thinking. BF1621 153.42 22 Includes bibliographical references and index. Description based on print version record. Subbotsky argues that the role of magical thinking in child development and in adult life should be reconsidered. In children, magical thinking is an important part of cognitive development. In adults, magical thinking assists individuals as they struggle with situations that are beyond rational control. New York ; Oxford : Oxford University Press, 2010. 2010. 2010 Text 1 online resource (xiv, 202 p.) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195393873.001.0001 eng