Unveiling Behavioral Dynamics in Health Policy Decision-Making- Lessons from Prof. Vernon Smith, Prof. Guido Calabresi, and Perspectives on Overreaction

Matteo Maria Cati
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Matteo Maria Cati: University of Bologna, Italy

Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research, 2024, vol. 54, issue 4, 46202-46205

Abstract: This article explores the intricate interplay between behavioral insights, health sciences, and policy within the context of public health crises. Drawing from the profound observations of Nobel Laureate Prof. Vernon Smith on political responses to the pandemic and the nuanced “tragic choices†theory formulated by eminent scholar Prof. Guido Calabresi, this study aims to synthesize their insights. Through a multidisciplinary lens, we seek to unravel the complexities of human behavior influencing health policy decision-making, with a particular emphasis on the aspect of overreaction and the role of confirmation bias. The methodology involves a comprehensive analysis of Prof. Smith’s observations on political dynamics, policy impacts, and vaccine distribution, coupled with an in-depth exploration of Prof. Calabresi’s ethical framework. By harmonizing these insights, our key findings shed light on the critical importance of considering behavioral dynamics in crafting effective and humane health policies, especially when addressing the tendency towards overreaction and confirmation bias.

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Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.26717/BJSTR.2024.54.008589

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