You believe in the power of Therapeutic Touch. You see a program on the Discovery Channel that shows examples of TT in action. You are now even more convinced than ever that TT heals people. Another program on PBS, however, announces that it will show TT is a fraudulent therapy. You won't watch this program because it casts doubt on your belief. This is an example of confirmation bias.

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This scenario demonstrates confirmation bias because the individual is seeking out and accepting information that confirms their belief in the power of Therapeutic Touch, while rejecting information that challenges or contradicts that belief.

You Believe in the Power of Therapeutic Touch