Category: Psychiatry
Types of biases from a psychological perspective
In psychology, biases refer to systematic deviations from rational or objective thinking, often influenced by cognitive, emotional, or social factors. Here are some key types of biases from a psychological perspective: Cognitive Biases: Errors in thinking that affect how we process information. Confirmation Bias: Favoring information that confirms pre-existing beliefs and ignoring contradictory evidence.Anchoring Bias:…