Fear’s Influence on Decision-Making Differs for Men and Women, Study Finds

Recent research suggests that fear may have a different impact on decision-making for women and men when it comes to choosing between short-term and long-term rewards. A study conducted by researchers from the University of Padua, Italy, found that women in a state of fear were more likely to opt for immediate, smaller rewards over larger delayed ones, while men’s decisions appeared to be unaffected by their emotional state. The study, published in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, delved into the complexities of decision-making, particularly in the context of weighing short-term gains against long-term benefits or costs.