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Availability Heuristic Judgment

Dive into the fascinating world of availability heuristic judgment with mind-blowing facts and surprising experiments!

About this Rabbit Hole

Ever found yourself making snap judgments based on what's easily accessible in your mind? Welcome to the Availability Heuristic rabbit hole, where we dive into how our brains prioritize information for quick decisions. From understanding the basics in a simple way to exploring the darker side of this psychological phenomenon, each video sheds light on how our perception can lead us astray. Did you know that repeated lies can actually become your truth? Watch in order or skip around — each video adds a new layer to this fascinating topic.

Videos in this Rabbit Hole

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What is the Availability Heuristic? (Easy Explanation)

Social Science Explainer
2025-02-22
What is the Availability Heuristic? (Easy Explanation) by Social Science Explainer
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Our Commentary

So basically our brains are just lazy and go with whatever pops into our heads first when trying to make decisions? Great, now I have an excuse for choosing pizza over salad every time.

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Bad Things Happen to Me - The Availability Heuristic Explained

Mind Reset
2024-12-27
Bad Things Happen to Me - The Availability Heuristic Explained by Mind Reset
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Our Commentary

So basically, our brains are just lazy and like to grab the first thing that comes to mind. Explains why I always think of pizza when I'm hungry. The availability heuristic strikes again!

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Unlocking the Secrets of the Availability Heuristic!

SCIENCE & FUN
2025-03-08
Unlocking the Secrets of the Availability Heuristic! by SCIENCE & FUN
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Our Commentary

So apparently our brains are out here making important life decisions based on whatever random info is readily available? Sounds like a recipe for disaster, but hey, at least now I know why I always choose pizza for dinner.

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The Availability Heuristic: Why Your Brain Tricks You into Bad Decisions | Explained in 4 min

ProductBS
2024-09-25
The Availability Heuristic: Why Your Brain Tricks You into Bad Decisions | Explained in 4 min by ProductBS
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Our Commentary

Wow, so basically our brains are just lazy and latch onto the first thing that comes to mind when making decisions? No wonder I always end up regretting my impulse buys at the grocery store. #brainfails

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Availability Heuristic: How Repeated Lies Become The Truth | Dark Psychology Explained

The Thinker of Being
2025-08-06
Availability Heuristic: How Repeated Lies Become The Truth | Dark Psychology Explained by The Thinker of Being
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Our Commentary

If I had a dollar for every time I heard a lie repeated, I could probably afford therapy for the resulting existential crisis. Thanks, dark psychology, for making me question reality itself.

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Why We Fear the Wrong Things: The Availability Heuristic Explained

Healthy Brain
2025-06-20
Why We Fear the Wrong Things: The Availability Heuristic Explained by Healthy Brain
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Our Commentary

So, basically our brains are like, "Hey remember that one time you heard about a shark attack? It's probably gonna happen to you too." Thanks, brain. Now I can't even enjoy a dip in the ocean without thinking about Jaws.

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Final Thoughts

"**Final Thoughts** As we reach the end of this thought-provoking rabbit hole journey into the nuances of the Availability Heuristic, I find myself struck by how these videos seamlessly connect, building upon one another to deepen our understanding of this cognitive bias. From unraveling why bad events stick in our minds to exploring how repeated lies can warp our perceptions, each video sheds light on the subtle ways our brains can lead us astray. The takeaway, perhaps, is a newfound awareness of the powerful influence the Availability Heuristic has on our decision-making processes. Let us not blindly trust the ease with which certain information comes to mind, but rather question and challenge our automatic judgments to make more informed choices."