Tag: decisionmaking

Study examines how moral imagination can help workers in stigmatized jobs

From the Universidad Carlos III of Madrid (UC3M) press release via AlphaGalileo: Moral imagination is an essential faculty for workers who must overcome the stigmas of ethical conflicts and social… Read more »

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 points to effect of knowledge (or perceived knowledge) on credit card use

From the University of Nebraska-Lincoln press release by Steve Smith: To manage credit cards efficiently, it goes without saying that it’s important to have a firm understanding of finance. But… Read more »