Insight
Definition
Insight is the sudden realization or understanding of a solution to a problem. It's an 'aha' moment when you suddenly see the solution without going through any conscious reasoning.
Analogy
Imagine you're trying to solve a jigsaw puzzle and you've been struggling with where one piece fits for quite some time. Suddenly, it hits you - the piece fits in that one spot you hadn't considered before. That's insight!
Related terms
Schema: A mental framework or body of knowledge that organizes and synthesizes information about a person, place or thing.
Problem Solving: The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues.
Cognitive Psychology: The study of mental processes such as 'attention, language use, memory, perception, problem solving, creativity, and thinking.'
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- Which experiment could provide insight into the hypothalamus's role in regulating hunger?
- If an individual routinely gains insight from interpreting their dreams, which cognitive theorist’s concepts might they be demonstrating?
- Which treatment approach aims to help clients gain insight into their feelings by providing a supportive environment where they can freely self-express?
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