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Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Humans and monkeys both exhibit value-based decision-making, where the brain tracks social interactions and the perceived value of relationships, similar to economic decision-making.

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How to Make Better Decisions | Dr. Michael Platt

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02/17/25

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Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

@ Andrew Huberman

I believe there's a little monkey in all of us, and the similarities in decision-making and social interaction between humans and Old World primates are striking.

Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The brain's valuation system is influenced by social information, such as the status and attractiveness of individuals, which can affect our decision-making processes.

Dr. Michael Platt

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@ Andrew Huberman

In a study with monkeys, we found that when they observed another monkey making a decision, they were more likely to mimic that decision, leading to the formation of bubbles in the market.

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The concept of equitable relationships in monkeys suggests that they expect a balance in social interactions, similar to how humans feel urgency or betrayal when communication is unreciprocated.

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@ Andrew Huberman

Monkeys build and maintain relationships through grooming, which is a way to make friends and allies, and they tend to keep a mental ledger of social investments and returns in their relationships.

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The way we explore the world and express creativity is remarkably similar between monkeys and humans, indicating deep evolutionary connections.

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@ Andrew Huberman

The brain constantly evaluates the value of potential mates, friends, or coworkers, influenced by social context and hormones like testosterone and estrogen, which adjust the 'volume' of these evaluations.

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Human beings generally choose to do good when given a choice, as shown by studies on online marketplaces.

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The way we make decisions is influenced by our social context, including the presence of others and their behaviors, which can lead to herd mentality and poor choices in situations like stock markets.