Boundary Extension
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Boundary Extension
Boundary Extension is a phenomenon in which an individual's memory of a scene or an image expands beyond its original boundaries. This means that people tend to remember seeing more of a scene than they actually did, as if they have mentally filled in the missing information. This effect has been observed in various contexts, including photography, cinema, and eyewitness testimony. Boundary Extension occurs because the brain tends to fill in missing information based on prior knowledge and expectations. When we encounter a scene, our brain automatically creates a mental representation of it, which includes not only the information we actually see but also our expectations of what should be there. This mental representation is then stored in memory, and when we recall the scene later, we tend to remember it as more complete than it actually was. Boundary Extension has important implications for eyewitness testimony, as it can lead to inaccurate memories of events. For example, a witness may remember seeing a suspect at a crime scene even if they were not actually there, simply because their memory of the scene has been extended beyond its actual boundaries. This effect can be particularly problematic in cases where eyewitness testimony is the primary evidence. In addition, Boundary Extension has been studied in the context of visual art and photography, where it can be used to create more engaging and immersive images. By intentionally extending the boundaries of an image, artists and photographers can create a sense of continuity and flow that draws the viewer into the scene.
memory, eyewitness testimony, mental representation, photography, visual art
Boundary Extension
Boundary Extension is a type of cognitive bias. It's when a person's thinking is influenced by their own beliefs or past experiences. For example, when someone has a strong opinion about something, they might only focus on the information that supports their opinion and ignore any evidence that contradicts it. This is called having a narrow view of the issue and it can lead to making decisions that aren't based on the facts.
Boundary Extension, Cognitive Bias, Logical Fallacy, Unbiased Thinking.
Boundary Extension
Boundary Extension is a cognitive bias and logical fallacy that occurs when a person's thinking is limited to their immediate context. This can lead the individual to make decisions or form opinions that are based on their own subjective and limited scope of information. For example, a person who is exposed to only one point of view might reject any other point of view that is based on different facts. They might also fail to consider the external factors that could be influencing their opinion. In addition, boundary extension can lead to inaccurate assumptions, stereotypes and prejudices, as well as a lack of critical thinking and an inability to consider alternative perspectives.
Cognitive Biases, Logical Fallacies, Subjective Thinking, Limited Scope, External Factors, Inaccurate Assumptions, Stereotypes, Prejudices.
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