Cognitive biases have been studied for decades by academics in the fields of cognitive science, social psychology, and behavioral economics, but they are especially relevant in today’s information-packed world. They influence the way we think and act, and such irrational mental shortcuts can lead...
“It is irrational to hold any view so tightly that you aren’t willing to admit the possibility that you might be wrong.” What would it take to convince you that you were wrong? And of course, you have to expect that to happen when you are dealing with a brand new disease! So wh...
3Department of Clinical Psychology, Postgraduate Medical Institute, University of Hull, Hull, UK 4Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 5York Trials Unit, Department of Health Sciences, University of York, York, UK Professor R J Lewin, BHF Care and Education Research Grou...