Confirmation Bias: Explained with Examples
Looking for proof you're right, instead of checking if you're wrong
What it is
Only seeing things that prove what we already believe
Example
You think your team is the best, so you only remember when they win and forget when they lose
A scenario
Alex believes video games are bad for you. When researching, Alex only reads articles about gaming addiction and ignores studies about benefits of gaming.
How to avoid it
Actively seek out information that challenges your beliefs
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