self-serving bias
any cognitive or perceptual process that is distorted by the need to maintain and enhance self-esteem, or to perceive oneself in an overly favorable manner
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self-serving bias
Summary
self-serving bias is a cognitive bias[1]. It draws 488 Wikipedia views per month (cognitive_bias category, ranking #41 of 95).[2]
Key Facts
- self-serving bias's instance of is recorded as cognitive bias[3].
- self-serving bias is part of psychological terminology[4].
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Context
self-serving bias is part of psychological terminology[4]. Its instance of is recorded as cognitive bias[3].
Why It Matters
self-serving bias draws 488 Wikipedia views per month (cognitive_bias category, ranking #41 of 95).[2] It has Wikipedia articles in 21 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[5] It is known by 14 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]