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A History of Water Scarcity Shapes How People Plan for the Future
- September 16, 2024
- CBR - Behavioral Science
Does your culture embrace living in the moment or planning for the long run? According to research from University of Queensland’s Hamidreza Harati and Chicago Booth’s Thomas Talhelm, the answer may have to do with the historical availability of water in your region. Over the course of several studies, the researchers find that a history of water scarcity or water abundance affects how people think about indulgence and long-term planning.
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