To better manage cognitive biases, it is useful to learn to identify them and to cultivate mental flexibility rather than seeking to eliminate them entirely, by relying on models from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

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The proposed approach is firmly grounded in cognitive and clinical psychology literature. Cognitive biases, theorized notably by Amos Tversky and Daniel Kahneman (2002 Nobel Prize in Economics, foundational research on judgment and decision-making), are natural mental shortcuts that the brain uses to process information quickly. CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), validated by numerous meta-analyses for its effectiveness, does not in fact aim to 'suppress' these mechanisms—which would be biologically impossible—but rather to develop metacognition, that is, the ability to observe one's own thoughts to gain flexibility. The concept of 'availability bias,' mentioned by the creator, is a robust phenomenon documented in social psychology research. The idea of using pedagogical tools to foster this awareness is a recognized strategy for improving emotional regulation. There is no exaggeration here, as the approach remains focused on education and the improvement of thought processes without promising a miracle solution.

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