How Rewards Shape Our Decision-Making Today #23
Introduction: The Role of Rewards in Human Decision-Making Rewards are fundamental drivers of human behavior, influencing choices from childhood to adulthood. They serve as psychological incentives that reinforce certain actions, shaping our habits and preferences over time. Psychologists define rewards as stimuli that increase the likelihood of a behavior recurring, often linked to feelings of pleasure or satisfaction. This innate response to rewards has evolved to enhance survival, encouraging behaviors like eating, social bonding, and exploration. Historically, reward-based decision-making can be traced...