Confirmation Bias

The tendency to favour information that aligns with pre-existing beliefs while disregarding evidence that challenges those views.
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Perception and Cognition
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Encourages users to stick with their decisions.

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Can lead to ignoring better alternatives.

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Progressive Disclosure
Gradual presentation of diverse views reduces selective filtering.
Feedback Loop
Users refine beliefs with direct and ongoing evidence.
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Subscription Management
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Retention
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Behaviour Change
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Trust & Confidence
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Decision-Making

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The Study

Confirmation Bias explores how individuals' decisions and perceptions are influenced by underlying psychological mechanisms. Research on this bias has revealed its role in everyday behaviours and decision-making processes. Studies often involve experiments where participants' reactions are observed to determine the bias's impact. This understanding helps designers and marketers craft more effective, user-centric experiences.

The result

The results indicate that confirmation bias significantly influences decision-making by altering perception, recall, or emotional response. These findings provide valuable insights into cognitive behaviour, informing design strategies.

Actionable tips

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Present balanced information for informed decisions.

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Encourage exploration of diverse perspectives.

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Challenge assumptions to minimise biased thinking.

Ingredient pairings

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Best pairings

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Progressive Disclosure

Encourages broader thinking while minimising bias.
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Feedback Loop

Promotes balanced learning while maintaining engagement.
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Nudge

Encourages open-mindedness without overwhelming users.
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Priming

Facilitates fairer decision-making without coercion.
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Worst pairings

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Scarcity Principle

Strengthens impulsive behaviour by reinforcing biased perspectives.
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Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)

Encourages emotional decision-making rather than balanced reasoning.
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Authority Bias

Reinforces deference to authority rather than independent analysis.
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Self-Serving Bias

Discourages reflection and adaptability in decision-making.

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The Confidence Cosmo

Boosts user certainty about making the right choice.
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Enhancing Confidence

The Alignment Mixer

Shows users how the product aligns with their specific needs or pain points.
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Reinforcing Relevance

The Obstacle Old Fashioned

Addresses and resolves user objections to encourage commitment.
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Overcoming objections

The Reassurance Fizz

Addresses objections and builds confidence in the decision-making process.
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Consideration
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Reducing doubts