Confirmation bias is a psychological concept associated with scientific research, investigations of crimes, and everyday beliefs. It occurs when a person jumps to a conclusion and then seeks evidence ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bryce Hoffman writes about leadership, strategy, and decision making. Among the many threats to decision making, few are as ...

Confirmation bias happens when you unconsciously focus on ideas that match what you already believe. Possible reasons include wishful thinking, anxiety, info overload, and the need to protect yourself ...

Debates are no longer limited to politicians, high school clubs and awkward Thanksgiving conversations. You probably know we just stated the very obvious unless you've gone sans social media for the ...

My wife came down the stairs and caught me terribly embarrassed as I watched the TV in shame. The “other” cable news channel was on the screen. “Why are you watching this?” she asked, “all they do is ...