Psychologist's personal biases

Definition

Personal biases refer to the subjective opinions, beliefs, or preferences that a psychologist holds, which may unconsciously influence their judgments or decisions in a particular situation.

Related terms

Confirmation bias: This is when a psychologist selectively interprets or remembers information that confirms their preexisting beliefs or expectations.

Stereotypes:

These are generalizations or assumptions about people based on certain characteristics such as race, gender, or age.

Availability heuristic: It refers to the tendency for psychologists to rely on readily available information in their memory when making judgments or decisions.