Functional fixedness refers to a cognitive bias that limits creative thinking and problem-solving by restricting a person’s ability to recognize alternative uses for objects. It’s a systematic error that can affect a person’s judgment or their ability to make decisions. When you notice that someone is unable to see any other use for a specific… Continue reading What is Functional Fixedness in Psychology?
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What Is Spectrophobia?
Spectrophobia refers to the fear of mirrors. This fear is not limited just to the mirrors themselves, but also to what people see reflected at them. Spectrophobia is classified as a specific phobia, a category of anxiety disorders in which people experience irrational fear in response to certain objects and situations. Many times, this fear… Continue reading What Is Spectrophobia?