When people disagree, their brains become less sensitive to the strength of other peoples' opinions. Read More
The posterior medial prefrontal cortex plays a critical role in confirmation bias. Existing judgments alter the neural representation of information strength, leaving us less likely to alter opinions we disagree with. Read More
The expectation of pain, even when the stimulus isn't painful, can lead us to believe we are hurt, a new study reveals. Using fMRI neuroimaging, researchers report expectations influence how we perceive and process pain. Read More
A new study reports people use confirmation bias, even when a decision they make has little to no consequence. Read More
Researchers say the tendency to believe in conspiracies and fake news may be rooted in childhood development. Read More
Researchers report confirmation bias may not be the only factor that influences who people sample information and make decisions that may seem irrational. Read More
A new study illustrates how people can develop strong beliefs which do not align with reality. Read More
