Hasty Conclusions

Definition

Making hasty conclusions refers to forming judgments or decisions without having enough evidence or information to support them. It involves rushing to a conclusion without taking the time to gather all the necessary facts.

Related terms

Confirmation Bias:

This is when someone only seeks out information that confirms their preexisting beliefs, ignoring any contradictory evidence.

Stereotyping:

Stereotyping is making assumptions about individuals or groups based on limited information or preconceived notions.

Availability Heuristic:

The availability heuristic occurs when we judge the likelihood of an event based on how easily examples of it come to mind, even if those examples are not representative.