Motivated reasoning: the unconscious tendency to use one’s mind only when the conclusion is consistent with one’s preconceived goals. May include confirmation bias or my side bias (preferentially seeking and remembering information that is consistent with one’s goals) and non-confirmation bias (a tendency to be particularly skeptical of evidence that is not consistent with one’s goals).
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