A tour de force – covers many key areas of clinical practice that doctors and nurses should be familiar with but sadly are not. It provides an introduction to dual process theory (the basics of how we make decisions) metacognition, metaperception, the critical role of emotions in medical care, communication, cognitive and affective bias, and other issues, as well as providing deep insights into the practice of medicine typically not covered in medical training. It is presented in an easy-to-read format with innovative practical tips.