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'''Cognitive biases are systematic errors in thinking that occur in all people. They occur when processing and interpreting information from the world around us. In essence, they are predictable patterns of thought and behaviour that lead to incorrect conclusions.''' | '''Cognitive biases are systematic errors in thinking that occur in all people. They occur when processing and interpreting information from the world around us. In essence, they are predictable patterns of thought and behaviour that lead to incorrect conclusions.''' | ||
The most popular bias in society is the | The most popular bias in society is the Clarity Bias, which is reinforced by a combination of the [[Dunning Kruger effect]] and the [[Confirmation Bias]]. The Clarity Bias is the tendency for one's self to think that their thought patterns are not subject to bias and should be the starting point of any [[critical analysis]]. Once this is established there are a wide range of other biases which have been documented, which can be loosely categorised into affecting memory, social, learning, belief, money and politics: | ||
# '''[[Self-serving bias|Self-serving Bias]]''' - the tendency people have to seek out information and use it in ways that advance their self-interest. | # '''[[Self-serving bias|Self-serving Bias]]''' - the tendency people have to seek out information and use it in ways that advance their self-interest. | ||