mechanisms, functions, and development of magical thinking and behavior Subbotski�i, E. V. (Evgeni�i Vasil�evich) creator text nyu New York Oxford Oxford University Press 2010 monographic eng

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1 online resource (xiv, 202 p.) : ill. 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. specialized Eugene Subbotsky. Includes bibliographical references and index. Magical thinking BF1621 153.42 9780199776979 (ebook) : http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195393873.001.0001 http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/acprof:oso/9780195393873.001.0001 StDuBDS 100513 20150804193939.0 EDZ0000076176