Choosing less a form of protection, says new study on decision-making

Wednesday, April 3, 2013 - 11:31 in Psychology & Sociology

New research shows that if a person is feeling threatened, or concerned with their status, they are more likely to choose the option that gives them less. And although this choice might seem irrational from an economic perspective, this choice satisfies an important psychological need.

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