From Knowledge to Wisdom: The Path of Transcendent Thinking with Data from USC's Center for Effective Neuroscience

On this episode, we explore the concept of transcendent thinking and its impact on brain development in teenagers and adolescents. USC's Center for Effective Neuroscience researchers found that transcendent thinking goes beyond reacting to social situations and involves considering broader ethical and personal implications. This type of thinking can lead to brain growth over time and involves analyzing situations for deeper meanings and historical contexts. The study showed that engaging in transcendent thinking activates brain networks related to psychological functioning.