What Makes Me? | The Brain with David Eagleman

David explores how the brain conjures up the world we take for granted. This episode shows how the brain gives rise to thoughts, emotions, memories and personality.

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Clip Info
  • Clip length: 56'44''
  • Broadcast year: 2016
Curriculum Connection
  • Psychology | Cognitive Psychology | How the mind works and processes information
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  • Provider: BBC
  • Channel: BBC Four
  • Programme: The Brain with David Eagleman
  • Episode: What Makes Me?
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