108.) "The intention of these articles is to let us all find together, as much of the truth and common information as possible. And then let each individual make their own conscious decisions, based on agreed common truths, knowledge and understanding." Quote from article 74.- "A word about why and how these articles are written". And also definitions of "Confirmation Bias".(1 min. read)
This definition and understanding, is offered in regards to the content of many of the Articles written in this blog. Also as a reminder, reread article 74. "How and why these articles are written...". Articles are to be taken as a starting point for discussion within your circle and to finding common truths, knowledge and understandings. No harm is ever intended in these writings.
Here are numerous definition sources and quotes of "Confirmation Bias" from the internet :
" people's tendency to process information by looking for, or interpreting information that is consistent with their existing beliefs...is largely unintentional, and it results in a person ignoring information that is inconsistent with their beliefs. People are especially likely to process information to support their own beliefs when an issue is highly important or self-relevant."
" the tendency to seek out and prefer information that supports our pre-existing beliefs."
" people seem to stubbornly cling to their pre-existing beliefs even when provided evidence to the contrary. In psychology, researchers have a name for the stubbornness - confirmation bias. It's one of the most common of biases humans hold in their minds, called cognitive biases."
"1. Not seek out objective facts.2. Interpreting information to support existing beliefs 3. Only remembering details that uphold your beliefs 4. Ignoring information that challenges your beliefs"
" look for information that supports, rather than rejects one's preconceptions."
" remember information in a way to confirm or support pre-existing beliefs or values."