recall bias

the type of bias that often occurs when an individual reports a past behavior or event. Although such retrospective reporting may have accurate features, it also tends to include inaccurate aspects, such as a systematic undercount or overcount of the frequency with which a certain behavior occurred. This type of distortion has ramifications in survey methodology and eyewitness testimony.

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December 26th 2024

tractotomy

n. the surgical interruption of a nerve tract in the brainstem or spinal cord. One form of tractotomy is of benefit in bipolar disorder that is resistant to other forms of treatment.