Tag: decision-making

Study looks at why people overestimate their willingness to take risks

From the Carnegie Mellon University press release: Whether it’s investing in stocks, bungee jumping or public speaking, why do we often plan to take risks but then “chicken out” when… Read more »

Study points to differences in the way teens’ brains respond when anticipating rewards

From the University of Pittsburgh press release via EurekAlert!: Teenagers are more susceptible to developing disorders like addiction and depression, according to a paper published by Pitt researchers Jan. 16… Read more »

Study suggests practice doesn’t necessarily improve decisionmaking when risk is involved

From the Association for Psychological Science press release: People aren’t very good at making decisions that involve risk. Many people are afraid of airplanes, although accidents are extremely rare; some… Read more »

Study suggests learning from reinforcement can actually impair decisionmaking process

From the Hebrew University of Jerusalem via EurekAlert!: Basketball fans everywhere recognize the following scenario: Their favorite player scores a three-point shot. A short time later he regains control of… Read more »