System One thinking can affect the quality of decisions made by limiting the ability to adapt to new experiences. This type of thinking tends to fit new experiences into existing patterns of thought, rather than creating new thought patterns to suit the new experiences. This can lead to ineffective decision-making, especially in situations that require a different approach or understanding, such as a doctor working in a team atmosphere for the first time.
People often aren't able to come up with an answer that is logical and practical when faced with mak...
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