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social science subjects > psychology > behavior mechanisms > personality > need for cognition
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need for cognition  

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  • Definition Need for cognition refers to an individual's tendency to engage in and enjoy activities that require thinking (e.g., brainstorming puzzles). Some individuals have relatively little motivation for cognitively complex tasks. [Source: Encyclopedia of Social Psychology; Need for Cognition]

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