
269 | Sahar Heydari Fard on Complexity, Justice, and Social Dynamics
Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas
Understanding Collective Action and Social Complexity
Collective action can be challenging because individuals may have doubts about others' willingness to participate, leading to a lack of assurance. This uncertainty can result in individuals making choices that are not in their best interest, purely for self-preservation. The complexity of collective action problems stems from the high number of interdependent variables involved, which can lead to unintended consequences or counter-movements, making it difficult to predict outcomes accurately.
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