The National: Psychologist's research shows monkeys capable of self doubt

Release Date: February 22, 2011 This content is archived.

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An article in The National reports research conducted by David Smith, professor of psychology, has shown that monkeys are capable of exhibiting self doubt, a skill, he said, that is "one of the most important facets of humans' reflective minds." An article about his research also appeared in The Scientist.

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