Metacognition does not imply self-reflection, but it does imply function

J Comp Psychol. 2014 May;128(2):150-1; discussion 160-2. doi: 10.1037/a0034030.

Abstract

Is self-reflection necessary for metacognition to occur? Like Kornell (2014, pp. 143-149), we struggle with this question. If humans metacognition is not always self-reflective, why should we expect animals to be so? We suggest that one way to pursue metacognition in animals is to examine its ecological and evolutionary relevance.

Publication types

  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Cognition / physiology*
  • Judgment / physiology*