Judgment, Trustworthiness, and Gaming Insights

Hank Green discusses human tendencies to make snap judgments based on appearance, the benefits of preparing to teach as a study method, and the effects of video games on children. Research shows that humans form quick judgments about trustworthiness based on facial features, and that preparing to teach can enhance learning. Video games, when played in moderation, can be beneficial for children, but excessive gaming may lead to lower life satisfaction. The episode concludes with promotions for SciShow and Audible.

What is one of the main topics discussed in the introduction of the episode?

• Human judgment and biases

• The future of technology

• The benefits of exercise

• The history of SciShow

According to the study mentioned, how quickly do humans form judgments about trustworthiness?

• In 3 seconds

• In 10 milliseconds

• In 33 milliseconds

• In 1 minute

Which part of the brain is involved in making snap judgments about trustworthiness?

• Hippocampus

• Cerebellum

• Amygdala

• Frontal lobe

What study technique is suggested to be more effective according to the research discussed?

• Listening to music while studying

• Reading aloud

• Preparing to teach the material

• Highlighting text

How much higher did learners expecting to teach score on main points compared to those expecting to test?

• 50-75% higher

• 10-20% higher

• 25-50% higher

• 5-15% higher

What is the recommended amount of gaming time for children to have the highest psycho-social adjustment?

• No gaming at all

• 2-3 hours a day

• Less than 1 hour a day

• More than 3 hours a day

What was the variance in psycho-social adjustment between different gaming groups?

• 5.6%

• 3.2%

• 2.8%

• 1.6%

What is a possible reason for the differences in psycho-social adjustment among children who play video games?

• The gaming console used

• Family structures and self-control

• The time of day they play

• The type of games played

What service is promoted at the end of the episode?

• Amazon Prime

• Netflix

• Audible

• Spotify

Which psychologist's work is mentioned in the Audible promotion?

• Sigmund Freud

• Alfred Kinsey

• Carl Jung

• Daniel Gilbert