Heuristics are quick thinking rules our brains use to make decisions faster—but they can lead to errors or biases. In mental health, they affect how we judge people, respond to stress, or interpret threats. Cognitive distortions like “all-or-nothing thinking” are heuristic errors. While heuristics can simplify life, they may also reinforce anxiety, prejudice, or irrational fears. Ther... https://mentalhealthconnect.co/