Personal biases refer to the subjective opinions, beliefs, or preferences that a psychologist holds, which may unconsciously influence their judgments or decisions in a particular situation.
Related terms
Confirmation bias: This is when a psychologist selectively interprets or remembers information that confirms their preexisting beliefs or expectations.
These are generalizations or assumptions about people based on certain characteristics such as race, gender, or age.
Availability heuristic: It refers to the tendency for psychologists to rely on readily available information in their memory when making judgments or decisions.