Fearing rare diseases
Availability Bias
Don't panic over rare diseases just because they're sensationalized in the news.
Similar Situations
Imposter Syndrome
Public Speaking: Acknowledging Imposter Syndrome helps speakers focus on their expertise rather than fearing they’re unqualified.
Availability Bias
Travel Safety Concerns: Don't avoid certain modes of transport because of a recent rare accident.
Occam's Razor
Diagnosing common health symptoms: A headache is more likely due to stress or dehydration than a rare brain condition.
Erikson's stages of Development
Self-Care: Understanding one's current developmental stage can inform self-care practices and personal goals.
Plutchik's Wheel
Emotional self-care: Recognize your emotional needs and develop self-care strategies to maintain your emotional well-being.
Big Five Personality Traits
Self-care: Recognizing your own personality traits related to self-care needs can lead to more effective strategies for maintaining physical and mental well-being.
10-10-10 Rule
Self-Care: When making choices about self-care activities, consider the immediate relaxation or enjoyment, the benefits for stress management and mental health in the medium term, and the long-term effects on overall well-being.
Moloch Monster
Public Health Campaigns: Promoting healthy behaviors and vaccination to reduce disease spread.
McGurk Effect
Speech Therapy: Developing strategies to improve speech perception and production in individuals with hearing difficulties.
Optimism Bias
Safety precautions: Recognizing optimism bias can help you take necessary safety measures, like wearing seat belts or applying sunscreen, without assuming that accidents or harm won't happen to you.