Just in time for Friday the 13th, we discuss the psychology of superstition with Stuart Vyse, PhD, author of the book \u201cBelieving in Magic: The Psychology of Superstition.\u201d Vyse discusses the origins of some popular superstitions, the psychological purposes superstition serves, and whether or not it\u2019s possible that your lucky charm or pre-game ritual might actually help you perform better.\n Listener Survey - https://www.apa.org/podcastsurvey\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices