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What is the Barnum effect?

Do you really know?

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Understanding the Barnum Effect: The Psychology of Generalizations

This chapter examines the Barnum Effect, a psychological phenomenon where people find vague personality descriptions personally relevant. It highlights its origins, experiments illustrating its impact, and its significance in fields like astrology and marketing.

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