Hello! My name is Courtney Wilson and I am currently pursing my
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology here at SNHU with a concentration in
Forensic Psychology. I live in North Carolina and work full time at my local
community college. I am going to school online so that I may further my
education and am eager to learn new things. As this is my first semester, I
am very excited to be starting my academic journey here at SNHU!!
How would you describe one of the cognitive biases discussed in the video
or in your assigned reading?
I would describe a as a strong influence over the way an personal bias
individual thinks based on personal experiences as well as cultural and social
guidance.
How can biases cause people to make inaccurate decisions?
Biases can cause inaccurate decisions in individuals by swaying the way
they think and any information they come in contact with. For example, if
an individual is used to certain societal standards and policies, it can be very
