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Developmental and multiple languages-of-thought

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  28 September 2023

Andreas Demetriou Open the ORCID record for Andreas Demetriou [Opens in a new window]
Andreas Demetriou*
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Cyprus Academy of Sciences, Letters, and Arts, Nicosia, Cyprus University of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus ademetriou@ucy.ac.cy University of Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus
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Abstract

We agree with the target article that assuming language-of-thought (LoT) is useful for the development of cognitive and developmental theories. We note that the target article is weak in its assumptions about development of LoT and possible existence of multiple LoTs. In response to these weaknesses, we outline several developmental principles for LoT development, showing how a developmental theory of LoT springs from probabilistic LoT. We suggest a system 1.5 of reasoning allowing interchange between Bayesian and logical rules as it fits purposes or domain.

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Behavioral and Brain Sciences , Volume 46 , 2023 , e273
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Copyright © The Author(s), 2023. Published by Cambridge University Press

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