Decision Fatigue: Why Too Many Choices Are Exhausting

Thank you for listening and supporting This Might HelpIn today's episode, we dive into the science of decisions and the strategies that can take your brain back from the brink of the decision threshold. We talk about why the increasing number of choices we have might not always be a good thing.You can find us on socials @thismighthelppodcast - ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠TikTokThe full video version of this episode is available on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@thismighthelppodcastSome of the key research we chat about can be found below:Danziger, S., Levav, J., & Avnaim-Pesso, L. (2011). Extraneous factors in judicial decisions. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 108(17), 6889–6892. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1018033108Pignatiello, G. A., Martin, R. J. & Hickman, R. L. Decision fatigue: a conceptual analysis. J. Health Psychol. 25, 123–135 (2020).Barry Schwartz. (2004). The Paradox Of Choice: Why More Is Less.https://works.swarthmore.edu/fac-psychology/198Some additional resources can be found here:Barry Schwartz's TED Video speaking to the paradox of choice: https://youtu.be/VO6XEQIsCoM?si=sVdMA_e8wGSuLeEnTEDed Resource on making decisions: https://ed.ted.com/lessons/how-to-make-smart-decisions-more-easilyAmerican Medical Association article on making decisions: https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/behavioral-health/what-doctors-wish-patients-knew-about-decision-fatigueIf you or a loved one needs further support, we strongly encourage you to speak with your GP, psychologist, or another qualified healthcare professional.Additional support can be found through:Beyond Blue - https://www.beyondblue.org.au 1300 22 4636 LifeLine - https://988lifeline.org/get-help/ 13 11 14 Headspace - https://headspace.org.au 1800 650 890 (for those aged 25 or under)