Science November 2003 PMID 14631022

Medicine. Do defaults save lives?

Eric J Johnson, Daniel Goldstein

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Peak: 4 in Oct 2023
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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Overall, discussions emphasize the importance of default settings, with examples like organ donation choices and nudging, highlighting how small procedural changes can lead to significant life-saving outcomes; the tone is analytical and curious, reflecting the perceived influence of foundational research on policy debates.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of defaults and routines in decision-making, referencing Johnson and Goldstein's 2003 study as foundational evidence.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest by engaging deeply with the topic, questioning conflicts of interest, and connecting the research to broader debates about health policies and ethics.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants actively analyze the implications, citing specific examples like organ donation defaults and nudging strategies, indicating thoughtful consideration.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations reflect an understanding that these practices influence real-world decisions, suggesting moderate to high impact on policy and individual choices.

Abstract in brief

  • The text discusses whether medical default settings, procedures, or routines are effective in saving lives.
  • It explores the idea that standard practices in medicine can lead to better patient outcomes when properly followed.
  • The message emphasizes the importance of defaults and protocols in ensuring consistent and successful medical care.

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Frederik Plesner Lyngse
@LyngseF · X

Organdonation Aktivt tilvalg eller aktivt fravalg? Her lidt input til debatten fra en sundhedsøkonom. (NB ikke mit eget forskningsfelt.) Billede: Johnson, Eric J., and Daniel Goldstein. "Do defaults save lives?." Science 302.5649 (2003): 1338-1339. https://t.co/BWJteWbsB5 1/ https://t.co/zsmExZq55X

Feb 2, 2023 · 11 likes · 1 share · 910 followers View post →
carlo canepa
@carlo_canepa · X

@massimosandal quando si parla di nudge, è uno degli esempi più citati in assoluto.. è nato tutto da questa pubblicazione del 2003: https://t.co/mfGRHeZ0QA.

Nov 7, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 11,928 followers View post →
In-Mind | Psychologie für alle!
@InMindMagazin · X

Quelle: Johnson, E. J., & Goldstein, D. (2003). Do defaults save lives? Science, 302, 1338–1339. https://t.co/qmP9AR66Dc

Jan 16, 2020 · 1 like · 9,635 followers View post →
Aquarius-elect
@Aquarius3_0 · X

@FeeRedfern @Jikkyleaks @carl_jurassic @chrismartenson https://t.co/FUomxhrSPh

Oct 7, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,375 followers View post →
Jurassic Carl
@carl_jurassic · X

RT @Aquarius3_0: #GinoGate All these "everybody-to-become-an-organ- donator" fans are quoting a study from 2003: Johnson and Goldstein: "Do…

Dec 7, 2023 · 1 share · 8,722 followers View post →
Fee
@FeeRedfern · X

RT @Aquarius3_0: @FeeRedfern @Jikkyleaks @carl_jurassic @chrismartenson https://t.co/FUomxhrSPh

Oct 7, 2023 · 1 share · 1,997 followers View post →

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Jurassic Carl
@carl_jurassic · X

RT @Aquarius3_0: #GinoGate All these "everybody-to-become-an-organ- donator" fans are quoting a study from 2003: Johnson and Goldstein: "Do…

Dec 7, 2023 · 1 share · 8,722 followers View post →
julie4055
@julie4055_ · X

@ThatOneMate55 @Dexerto Sources: 1: https://t.co/kWVGxfygW6 2: https://t.co/1juBgQic7l 6/6

Oct 11, 2023 · 75 followers View post →
Fee
@FeeRedfern · X

RT @Aquarius3_0: @FeeRedfern @Jikkyleaks @carl_jurassic @chrismartenson https://t.co/FUomxhrSPh

Oct 7, 2023 · 1 share · 1,997 followers View post →
Aquarius-elect
@Aquarius3_0 · X

@FeeRedfern @Jikkyleaks @carl_jurassic @chrismartenson https://t.co/FUomxhrSPh

Oct 7, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,375 followers View post →
Aquarius-elect
@Aquarius3_0 · X

#GinoGate All these "everybody-to-become-an-organ- donator" fans are quoting a study from 2003: Johnson and Goldstein: "Do Defaults Save Lives" - has anyone access to the full text version and find some conflicts of interest? ->@jikkyleakds https://t.co/FUomxhrSPh

Oct 7, 2023 · 1 share · 1,375 followers View post →
Matts Nylander
@matts_nylander · X

Decision making: In the countries with yellow bars citizens needed to make an active choice to become organ donors. In countries with blue bars the inactive/passive choice was to become organ donor. Source: Science, 2003.https://t.co/i3XL1FiH0H https://t.co/FmvHr7AnEy

Aug 14, 2023 · 11 followers View post →
Frederik Plesner Lyngse
@LyngseF · X

Organdonation Aktivt tilvalg eller aktivt fravalg? Her lidt input til debatten fra en sundhedsøkonom. (NB ikke mit eget forskningsfelt.) Billede: Johnson, Eric J., and Daniel Goldstein. "Do defaults save lives?." Science 302.5649 (2003): 1338-1339. https://t.co/BWJteWbsB5 1/ https://t.co/zsmExZq55X

Feb 2, 2023 · 11 likes · 1 share · 910 followers View post →
carlo canepa
@carlo_canepa · X

@massimosandal quando si parla di nudge, è uno degli esempi più citati in assoluto.. è nato tutto da questa pubblicazione del 2003: https://t.co/mfGRHeZ0QA.

Nov 7, 2021 · 4 likes · 1 share · 11,928 followers View post →
よよぎ
@yooyooggii · X

似てるなーとも思うのは、opt in/outのドナーカードのやつ あえてoutにするくらいだから、なんらかの意味があるのだろうと類推 https://t.co/nIDwgqzlhg

Oct 8, 2021 · 6 followers View post →
In-Mind | Psychologie für alle!
@InMindMagazin · X

Quelle: Johnson, E. J., & Goldstein, D. (2003). Do defaults save lives? Science, 302, 1338–1339. https://t.co/qmP9AR66Dc

Jan 16, 2020 · 1 like · 9,635 followers View post →