Choice-Supportive Bias
The tendency to attribute positive qualities to one's own choices and downplay the negatives, enhancing post-decision satisfaction.
225 topics found for
“cognitive psychology”
BeSci
Behavioral Science (BeSci) is the study of human behavior through systematic analysis and investigation.
Paradox of Choice
The phenomenon where having too many options leads to anxiety and difficulty making a decision, reducing overall satisfaction.
Behavioral Learning Theory
The theory that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning, often used to understand and influence behavior change.
Informational Influence
The change in opinions or behavior that occurs when individuals conform to the information provided by others.
Shared Information Bias
A cognitive bias where group members tend to discuss information that everyone already knows rather than sharing unique information, leading to less effective decision-making.
Identity Priming
The process of triggering particular aspects of a person's identity to influence their behavior or decisions.
Familiarity Bias
A cognitive bias where people prefer familiar things over unfamiliar ones, even if the unfamiliar options are objectively better.
Cold States
Emotional states where individuals are calm and rational, often contrasted with hot states where emotions run high.