A tendency to weigh instances of negative behavior more heavily than instances of positive behavior is called:

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Negativity bias refers to the tendency for individuals to give more weight and attention to negative information, experiences, and behaviors than to positive ones. This cognitive bias is thought to have evolved as a survival mechanism, where humans who were more attuned to potential threats and dangers were more likely to avoid them and survive.

A Tendency to Weigh Instances of Negative Behavior More Heavily