reporting bias

Reporting bias occurs when the information shared or published is incomplete or skewed because of the way data is collected or reported. This may happen if positive or notable results are more likely to be reported, while negative or less interesting outcomes are overlooked. As a result, the overall picture can become distorted, giving a misleading impression of the true situation. Reporting bias can affect research, media, or any context where information is communicated, making it important to critically evaluate sources and consider the possibility of overlooked or selectively reported data.