Term ID: T4748

Response Bias

/response-bias/
Systematic tendencies to answer questions in particular ways that don't accurately reflect true characteristics or experiences.
Example: Social desirability bias where individuals underreport mental health symptoms to appear more psychologically stable.

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Reference: Paulhus (1991)