Neurology Quote by Oliver Sacks
““Neurology and psychology, curiously, though they talk of everything else, almost never talk of ‘judgment’—””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 2015
Judgment is rarely discussed in neuroscience or psychology despite its central role in decision‑making.
In simple terms: We rarely talk about judgment in brain science.
Key Takeaway
Consider judgment when studying behavior.
Themes
neuroscience
psychology
decisionmaking
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
observational
clinical
When to use this quote
- clinical practice
- therapy sessions
- research design
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
selfawareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does emotion shape our judgments?
- Can we train better judgment?
A Different Perspective
Judgment is influenced by emotion and context, not just rational processes.
