What is it about?
When forensic examiners are given information regarding the outcome of an event, they are more likely to suggest that they could have predicted the outcome (in foresight) than examiners who are not armed with outcome information.
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Why is it important?
Objective decision making is required in forensic evaluators. The results from this study highlight the pervasive nature of cognitive biases.
Perspectives
Research on this topic is critical. Evaluators are forming opinions that impact lives, it is important to be aware of our limitations. No one is immune to decision making biases.
Amanda Beltrani
Fairleigh Dickinson University
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This page is a summary of: Is Hindsight Really 20/20?: The Impact of Outcome Information on the Decision-Making Process, International Journal of Forensic Mental Health, July 2018, Taylor & Francis,
DOI: 10.1080/14999013.2018.1505790.
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