Cognitive Biases: Difference between revisions

'''Cognitive biases are systematic errors in thinking that affect everyone, often leading to incorrect conclusions when processing information from the world around us.''' These biases are usually the result of mental shortcuts, or [[heuristics]], that our brains use to simplify decision-making. When third parties with harmful intentions exploit these biases, it's referred to as "[[Dark Patterns|dark patterning]]." By understanding and learning about cognitive biases, you can better protect yourself from manipulation and their influence.