Research Suggests Negative Information is Weighted More Heavily
In research, a phenomenon called negativity bias is observed, where negative information, experiences, and emotions are given more weight than positive ones. This bias is thought to originate from prehistoric times, aiding in the clearer perception and storage of dangers. This tendency to focus on the negative, even when describing past events like a weekend, can lead to descriptions such as 'bad weather' or 'leaky cave'.
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“Auch Menschen wie Reden doch hier gerade so schi- Herr Sprenzel, aber ja, in der Forschung nennen wir so etwas Negativitätsverzerrung, wonach negative Informationen, Erlebnisse und Emotionen stärker gewichtet werden als das Gute.”
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