John L. Hick

John L. Hick was a Canadian philosopher and psychologist best known for developing the "Hick’s Law," which states that the longer it takes a person to respond to a stimulus, the more complex the choice or decision involved. His work focused on understanding human perception, cognition, and how we process information, especially in relation to religious belief and moral development. Hick contributed to the study of how humans interpret their experiences and how moral and spiritual development unfold over time. His ideas have influenced fields like psychology, philosophy, and religious studies by highlighting the importance of understanding human cognitive processes.