Psychological Phenomenon

Definition

Psychological phenomenon refers to any observable behavior, thought process, or mental event that occurs within an individual's mind. These phenomena are studied and analyzed by psychologists.

Related terms

Confirmation Bias:

Confirmation bias is a related psychological phenomenon where individuals tend to seek out information that confirms their existing beliefs while ignoring contradictory evidence.

Halo Effect:

The halo effect is a cognitive bias where we tend to judge someone positively in one aspect based on our positive overall impression of them.

Cognitive Dissonance:

Cognitive dissonance is the discomfort experienced when holding conflicting thoughts, beliefs, attitudes, or values simultaneously.