Bias Trends

Bias: the act of favoring one thing or group over another, often to the detriment of fairness and objectivity. In the realm of trends, bias manifests in a variety of ways - from the sunk cost fallacy, where we cling onto things we've invested in even when they're no longer serving us, to social issues that demand our attention, where we may have a personal stake in the outcome. We see bias in our communication and language - from binary classification to gender-neutral language - and in our ethical principles, where different beliefs and values shape our decisions. Even artificial intelligence is not immune to bias, with concerns about fairness and societal impact on the rise. But amidst all this, there is hope - with workplace learning and research experience leading the charge towards informed decision-making, critical thinking, and a more equal healthcare system. So go ahead, acknowledge your biases, learn from them, and help build a brighter, more inclusive future.