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* '''Target Article''': Bernheim, D. R., & Rangel, A. (2004) [[Addiction and cue-triggered decision processes]]. ''American Economic Review'', 1558-1590. December. | * '''Target Article''': Bernheim, D. R., & Rangel, A. (2004) [[Addiction and cue-triggered decision processes]]. ''American Economic Review'', 1558-1590. December. | ||
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- Target Article: Bernheim, D. R., & Rangel, A. (2004) Addiction and cue-triggered decision processes. American Economic Review, 1558-1590. December.
- Commentaries:
Target Abstract
We propose a model of addiction based on three premises: (i) use among addicts is frequently a mistake; (ii) experience sensitizes an individual to environmental cues that trigger mistaken usage; (iii) addicts understand and manage their susceptibilities. We argue that these premises find support in evidence from psychology, neuroscience, and clinical practice. The model is tractable and generates a plausible mapping between behavior and the characteristics of the user, substance, and environment. It accounts for a number of important patterns associated with addiction, gives rise to a clear welfare standard, and has novel implications for policy.