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This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of decision-making theories and their applications, emphasizing the dual-process framework that distinguishes between intuitive and deliberative cognitive systems. It explores the historical context and evolution of decision-making research, highlighting classical theories such as expected utility andProspect theory prospect theory, while also discussing contemporary models like dual-process theories and fuzzy-trace theory. The chapter underscores the significance of understanding individual differencesIndividual differences in decision-making, illustrating how personal experiences and cognitive stylesCognitive styles influence choices. Additionally, it focuses on the neural mechanismsNeural mechanisms underlying decision-making processes while highlighting advancements in neuroscienceNeuroscience that illuminate the brain regionsBrain regions involved in various types of decisions. By integrating insights from psychologyPsychology, neuroscienceNeuroscience, andBehavioral economics behavioral economics, this chapter lays the groundwork for further exploration into theComplex decision making complexities of human decision-making.

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Laying the Groundwork: Theories and Applications in Decision Making

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    2025年

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  • Todd McElroy

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This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of decision-making theories and their applications, emphasizing the dual-process framework that distinguishes between intuitive and deliberative cognitive systems. It explores the historical context and evolution of decision-making research, highlighting classical theories such as expected utility andProspect theory prospect theory, while also discussing contemporary models like dual-process theories and fuzzy-trace theory. The chapter underscores the significance of understanding individual differencesIndividual differences in decision-making, illustrating how personal experiences and cognitive stylesCognitive styles influence choices. Additionally, it focuses on the neural mechanismsNeural mechanisms underlying decision-making processes while highlighting advancements in neuroscienceNeuroscience that illuminate the brain regionsBrain regions involved in various types of decisions. By integrating insights from psychologyPsychology, neuroscienceNeuroscience, andBehavioral economics behavioral economics, this chapter lays the groundwork for further exploration into theComplex decision making complexities of human decision-making.