J Exp Psychol Gen June 2023 PMID 37199971

The role of memory in counterfactual valuation.

Natalie Biderman, Samuel J Gershman, Daphna Shohamy

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What people are saying

The overall tone reflects a recognition of the article’s relevance, with examples like the emphasis on empathy and relational understanding, and references to reinforcement learning models, demonstrating a thoughtful engagement with how memory influences choices. Words like 'understand' and phrases such as 'the role of memory' highlight the importance attached to the research, although the discussions remain somewhat broad and conceptual.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the importance of memory in decision-making and relate it to broader concepts like empathy, relationships, and past experiences, indicating general support for the article's ideas.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate curiosity by connecting the research to practical issues like leadership and neuroscience, but some comments are more general and reflective rather than deeply analytical.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts reference concepts such as reinforcement learning, counterfactual reasoning, and the role of memory, suggesting active engagement rather than superficial mentions.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions seem to recognize that understanding memory’s role can influence educational leadership and decision-making strategies, implying a moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explores how memory influences decision-making, specifically focusing on how people value options they didn't choose, introducing a concept called the inverse decision bias.
  • Researchers tested this by showing that the inverse decision bias is linked to memory of the association between options and drops when memory interference occurs, implying memory plays a key role.
  • They also developed a new memory-based policy gradient model that explains both the inverse bias and its dependence on memory, highlighting the interaction between memory, decision-making, and counterfactual reasoning.]

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To lead with empathy, we must first develop the understanding that "our own perception is not the ultimate truth". Next, invest in developing relationships with EACH staff member to understand their perceptions. https://t.co/QpftSed69I #GSUEdLead

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Why Do People See Things Differently? Understanding the Role of Past Experiences https://t.co/s8pB2UieNW #neuroscience #decisionmaking #GSUEdLead @PrincipalsCtr @NewPrincipals #LeadershipMatters

May 26, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 894 followers View post →
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Value-based decisions are often guided by past experience. If a choice led to a good outcome, we are more likely to repeat it. This basic idea is well-captured by reinforcement-learning models. However, open questions remain about how we assign value to… https://t.co/9NQK4kRieE

Jun 13, 2023 · 1 like · 187 followers View post →
Principals Center at Georgia State University
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RT @HelenWangYying: Why Do People See Things Differently? Understanding the Role of Past Experiences https://t.co/s8pB2UieNW #neuroscience…

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David V. Smith (@dvsmith.bsky.social)
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The role of memory in counterfactual valuation. https://t.co/Ze1R6SPT0d

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hwgsu2023
@hwgsu2023 · X

To lead with empathy, we must first develop the understanding that "our own perception is not the ultimate truth". Next, invest in developing relationships with EACH staff member to understand their perceptions. https://t.co/QpftSed69I #GSUEdLead

Sep 20, 2023 · 3 likes · 4 followers View post →
Psychology Research Bot
@PsycResearchBot · X

Value-based decisions are often guided by past experience. If a choice led to a good outcome, we are more likely to repeat it. This basic idea is well-captured by reinforcement-learning models. However, open questions remain about how we assign value to… https://t.co/9NQK4kRieE

Jun 13, 2023 · 1 like · 187 followers View post →
Principals Center at Georgia State University
@PrincipalsCtr · X

RT @HelenWangYying: Why Do People See Things Differently? Understanding the Role of Past Experiences https://t.co/s8pB2UieNW #neuroscience…

May 26, 2023 · 1 share · 4,180 followers View post →
Yinying Wang
@HelenWangYying · X

Why Do People See Things Differently? Understanding the Role of Past Experiences https://t.co/s8pB2UieNW #neuroscience #decisionmaking #GSUEdLead @PrincipalsCtr @NewPrincipals #LeadershipMatters

May 26, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 894 followers View post →
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David V. Smith (@dvsmith.bsky.social)
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The role of memory in counterfactual valuation. https://t.co/Ze1R6SPT0d

May 23, 2023 · 1,542 followers View post →
Decision Neuroscience and Neuroeconomics Papers
@decisionneurop · X

The role of memory in counterfactual valuation https://t.co/8Hn7NJQ2Ue

May 23, 2023 · 2 likes · 2,192 followers View post →