Cognitive biases can take various forms in online gender-based violence. Stereotyping, victim derogation bias, and fundamental attribution error may be present in statements from perpetrators, societal attitudes, or even in the victims' internal dialogues. Understanding and detecting these biases can aid in comprehending the victimization experience and taking more compassionate actions to alleviate online harassment. 

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