Impressions

Definition

Impressions refer to the mental evaluations or judgments that individuals form about others based on limited information or a single trait. These impressions can greatly influence how we perceive and interact with others.

Related terms

Stereotype: Stereotypes are widely-held beliefs or assumptions about a group of people that may be oversimplified or exaggerated.

Halo Effect: The halo effect occurs when our overall positive impression of someone influences our perception of their specific traits or behaviors.

Primacy Effect: The primacy effect refers to the tendency for the first information we receive about someone to have a greater impact on our impressions than later information.