Tag: generalization

  • How we think, Part 1: Generalization and OCD

    How we think, Part 1: Generalization and OCD

    Cognitive biases, including the problematic generalization often seen in OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), can occur in various situations. They can be especially problematic when individuals attempt to predict or interpret events, behaviours, or thoughts, both in themselves and in others. Here are some common situations where generalization becomes a problematic cognitive bias: These situations represent…