Social Biases
In-group bias
Favoring people who feel like part of your group.
What Is In-group bias?
In-group bias is a thinking trap where favoring people who feel like part of your group.
How It Tricks You
It can turn partial social evidence into a confident judgment about people, motives, or groups.
Real-World Example
A fan excuses their team's foul but condemns the same move by the rival team.
Seen Online As
- When our side does it, there is probably context.
- I trust people from my group before I hear the details.
- The same behavior feels different when it comes from us.
What To Ask Instead
Would I judge this the same from an outsider?
Related Thinking Traps
Common Situations
Quick FAQ
What is In-group bias?
Favoring people who feel like part of your group.
What is an example of In-group bias?
A fan excuses their team's foul but condemns the same move by the rival team.
How do I spot In-group bias?
Would I judge this the same from an outsider?