What this davos cognitive biases scale dacobs measures
This davos cognitive biases scale dacobs estimates self-reported DACOBS cognitive bias anchor pull confirm hunt loss aversion overconfidence habit signals patterns across four domains. Twenty-two original agree-disagree items group into anchor pull, confirm hunt, loss aversion, overconfident. Each item also maps to a fear-of-intimacy stack layer. A second results chart inspired by FOIS-style intimacy avoidance themes from Descutner and Thelen (1991), adapted to this topic. Your cognitive bias habit index averages these patterns into a 0 to 100 score where higher numbers mean more endorsed DACOBS cognitive bias anchor pull confirm hunt loss aversion overconfidence habit signals on this screener.
Anchor pull
How often DACOBS anchor pull patterns fit you.
Confirm hunt
How often DACOBS confirm hunt patterns fit you.
Loss aversion
How often DACOBS loss aversion patterns fit you.
Overconfident
How often DACOBS overconfidence patterns fit you.
How it works
Answer 22 agree-disagree items
Rate each agree-disagree statement from Strongly disagree to Strongly agree. You click Next after each answer; there is no auto-advance.
Items map to domains and intimacy stack
Answers accumulate percentages for four primary domains plus four fear-of-intimacy stack layers.
View index, band, and charts
Results show Lower, Mixed, or Higher signal bands with domain bars and stack chart.
Take the davos cognitive biases scale dacobs
Complete 22 items to receive your cognitive bias habit index, four domain bars, fear-of-intimacy stack chart, and band label.
What your result means
Your cognitive bias habit index is the normalized total across all 22 items on a 0 to 100 scale. Domain bars show which pattern drives your result most. The fear-of-intimacy stack chart shows parallel closeness-guarding layers.
| Band | Index range | Typical reading |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Cognitive Bias Habit | 0 to 35 | Fewer endorsed DACOBS cognitive bias anchor pull confirm hunt loss aversion overconfidence habit signals patterns on this self-reflection screener |
| Mixed Cognitive Bias Habit | 36 to 65 | Blend of moderate and strong DACOBS cognitive bias anchor pull confirm hunt loss aversion overconfidence habit signals signals across domains |
| Higher Cognitive Bias Habit | 66 to 100 | Frequent DACOBS cognitive bias anchor pull confirm hunt loss aversion overconfidence habit signals signals on this entertainment or self-reflection screener |
What your report looks like
What this quiz can and cannot tell you
Can tell you
- How you report davos cognitive biases scale dacobs patterns on this screener
- A cognitive bias habit index and four domain bars plus fear-of-intimacy stack
- Vocabulary for follow-up conversations or study review
- A baseline before retaking after life or coursework changes
Cannot tell you
- Certify fixed identity or compatibility verdicts
- Replace professional evaluation, therapy, or proctored exams
- Predict outcomes from a single online screener session
- Label you permanently from one score band
Cognitive bias habit index and sibling screeners
This davos cognitive biases scale dacobs screener uses original agree-disagree items across four domains: anchor pull, confirm hunt, loss aversion, overconfident. Results include a 0 to 100 index and fear-of-intimacy stack chart.
Browse the personality & psychology hub for sibling quizzes with distinct question banks. Pair with our fear of intimacy quiz when results touch closeness themes.
| Test | Focus |
|---|---|
| Cognitive biases in online communication | Online bias rather than DACOBS anchor confirm habit items |
| Decision making quiz | Decision style rather than loss overconfidence cues |
Davos Cognitive Biases Scale Dacobs FAQ
What does this davos cognitive biases scale dacobs measure?
22 agree-disagree items map to four domains plus a fear-of-intimacy stack. You receive a cognitive bias habit index from 0 to 100. Self-reflection only.
What is the fear-of-intimacy stack?
A second results chart with vulnerability pull-back, trust hesitation, self-disclosure limits, and closeness anxiety adapted to this topic.
How long does the quiz take?
About 5 minutes for 22 items with session autosave.
Who reviewed this content?
Dr. James Whitfield, PhD reviewed the test framing and result explanations. See our editorial policy for review standards.
Can this quiz label me permanently?
No. Scores describe current self-report habits on this screener, not fixed identity or compatibility verdicts.
Can I retake the quiz?
Yes. Session data saves in your browser until you clear it or retake from results.
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