Confirmation bias
Favoring info that supports existing beliefs.
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Cognitive Biases
Useful psychology terms for critical thinking.
science psychology
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Availability heuristic
Judging likelihood by ease of recall.
Anchoring
Over-relying on the first number/info seen.
Sunk cost fallacy
Continuing because of past investment.
Dunning–Kruger effect
Low-ability people overestimate competence.
Halo effect
Overall impression colors specific judgments.
Status quo bias
Preferring things to stay the same.
Loss aversion
Losses feel stronger than equivalent gains.
Groupthink
Desire for harmony overrides critical evaluation.
Cognitive dissonance
Discomfort from conflicting beliefs/actions.
Priming
Exposure influencing later response.
Recency effect
Better memory for latest items.
Stereotype
Oversimplified belief about a group.
Growth mindset
Belief that abilities can improve with effort.