
Risk Management Trading Strategy with Robb Reinhold
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The Psychological Challenges of Risk Management in Trading
Traders often struggle with risk management despite its seemingly simple concepts due to the cognitive processes involved in decision-making under pressure. Studies reveal that when money is at stake, individuals shift from using the logic-driven prefrontal cortex to the insula, which governs fight or flight responses. This neurological change leads to irrational decision-making as the brain relies on instinct rather than reason. It highlights that the emotional, survival-oriented reactions can override logical thinking, making it challenging for traders to execute effective risk management strategies.
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