Understanding Artificial Minds Through

Understanding Artificial Minds through Human Minds: The Psychology of Artificial Intelligence provides an accessible introduction into artificial intelligence through the lens of psychology.

What are the similarities and differences between concepts known in psychology with regards to the brain, mind and behaviour, and how do they compare with their computational counterparts? With many rapid developments it becomes easy to lose sight of the very essentials of artificial intelligence. Beginning with an introduction to the relationship between AI and human minds, this popular science book goes on to discuss complex issues, including how humans and AI think, learn, remember, and use language. It doesn't shy away from complicated issues of human and AI collaboration or ethics, and provides great insight into the future of AI and applications for our society.

Answering all the questions you've been too afraid to ask, Understanding Artificial Minds through Human Minds is a must-read for anyone wanting to understand more about the greatest technological advancement of a generation, and the impact for human psychology.

Max M. Louwerse is Professor of Cognitive Psychology and Artificial Intelligence at Tilburg University, the Netherlands, and Professor by Special Appointment at Maastricht University, the Netherlands. He worked both in the UK and the US, authored over 200 scientific publications, is a blogger for Psychology Today, and is author of the popular science book Keeping those words in mind: How language creates meaning.