134 | Robert Sapolsky on Why We Behave the Way We Do
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas
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Examples: The Influence of Hormone Levels and Sensory Input on Decision-Making
Hormone levels play a crucial role in decision-making as they affect behavior and the assessment of outcomes. Sensory inputs, whether external (such as pain, tiredness, hunger) or internal (like low blood glucose levels), significantly impact behavior as well. For instance, being in pain can lead to cheating, being less charitable, less trustworthy, and more likely to punish norm violations. Additionally, sensory cues like being monitored (even subconsciously) or environmental factors like a bad smell can influence decision-making, making individuals more socially conservative unconsciously.
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