"We all have decision making thrust upon us, but many people seem born to be good decision makers: They stay out of jail and stay in relationships, don't drive while intoxicated, and are generally healthier.
This isn't just good luck or good upbringing, according to researchers studying life choices and outcomes. Decision making is a teachable skill that may help people improve their lives, regardless of socioeconomic background or IQ, report Carnegie Mellon decision scientist Wändi Briune de Bruin and colleagues. For example, a good decision maker would be able to make choices independently of how information is presented, such as whether a medication is described as "99% effective" or "1% ineffective."
The researchers call for additional studies to determine whether people's life experiences improve after they have received decision-making training." (Source: World Future Society e-newsletter)
DETAILS: Carnegie Mellon University,
http://www.cmu.edu/news/archive/2007/May/may17_decision.shtm
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