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A poorly understood brain region tracks the gap between expectations and reality
Adapting to changing situations requires people to continuously revise their expectations about what might happen next when new information becomes available.
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Researchers are studying how the brain updates its mental models when new information arrives. A poorly understood brain region appears to monitor the difference between what people expect and what actually happens. This tracking may help the brain adjust predictions and plan future actions.
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