Backfire Effect
A cognitive bias where individuals strengthen their beliefs when presented with evidence that contradicts them.
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“user psychology”
Stages of Change Model
A psychological model that outlines the stages individuals go through to change behavior, including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, and maintenance.
Deindividuation
A psychological state where individuals lose their sense of self-awareness and personal responsibility in groups, often leading to atypical behavior.
Endowment Effect
A cognitive bias where people ascribe more value to things merely because they own them.
Cold States
Emotional states where individuals are calm and rational, often contrasted with hot states where emotions run high.
Behavioral Finance
The study of how psychological influences affect financial behaviors and decision-making.
Certainty Effect
A cognitive bias where people give greater weight to outcomes that are certain compared to those that are merely probable.
User Empowerment
The process of enabling users to take control of their interactions with a product or system, enhancing their confidence and satisfaction.
Behavioral User Experience
The application of behavioral science principles to improve the design and usability of digital products, focusing on user behavior and interactions.