Biases are preconceived opinions or beliefs that influence our judgment and decision-making. They can be conscious or unconscious and can affect how we perceive information.
Related terms
Confirmation Bias: Seeking out information that confirms our existing beliefs while ignoring contradictory evidence.
Availability Bias: Relying on immediate examples that come to mind rather than considering a broader range of possibilities.
Anchoring Bias: Being overly influenced by initial information when making decisions or judgments.