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A cognitive theorist is a psychologist who studies and explains mental processes such as thinking, problem-solving, memory, and perception. They focus on how individuals mentally process information and make sense of the world around them.

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If an individual routinely gains insight from interpreting their dreams, which cognitive theorist’s concepts might they be demonstrating?

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