@article{ref1,
title="Fast Thought Speed Induces Risk Taking",
journal="Psychological science",
year="2012",
author="Chandler, Jesse J. and Pronin, Emily",
volume="23",
number="4",
pages="370-374",
abstract="In two experiments, we tested for a causal link between thought speed and risk taking. In Experiment 1, we manipulated thought speed by presenting neutral-content text at either a fast or a slow pace and having participants read the text aloud. In Experiment 2, we manipulated thought speed by presenting fast-, medium-, or slow-paced movie clips that contained similar content. Participants who were induced to think more quickly took more risks with actual money in Experiment 1 and reported greater intentions to engage in real-world risky behaviors, such as unprotected sex and illegal drug use, in Experiment 2. These experiments provide evidence that faster thinking induces greater risk taking.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0956-7976",
doi="10.1177/0956797611431464",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0956797611431464"
}