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Belief In Luck Stabilizes Minds Says Psychology Expert
Dr. John Cohen of Victoria University of Manchester explains belief in luck arises from brain behavior. Experiments with beads show people misestimate probabilities, thinking luck changes outcomes. He notes social effects include stabilizing reactions to misfortune and envy among the wealthy.
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Herald Tribune News Service
New York
John Cohen
Victoria University of Manchester
England
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Dr. Cohen
Robert K. Merton
Columbia University