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On Skinner's pendulum: A framework for assessing s-frame hope
1The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA catlam@wharton.upenn.edu; https://marketing.wharton.upenn.edu/profile/catlam/.
The Behavioral and Brain Sciences
|August 30, 2023
Summary
Behavioral economics' "technology of behavior" (i-frame) is critiqued. A return to the "situation-based" (s-frame) approach is proposed for greater societal well-being, with a framework analyzing its potential and limitations.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral economics
- Social psychology
- Behavioral science
Background:
- The "i-frame" (internal states) in behavioral economics, or "technology of behavior," has limitations.
- Critics argue for a shift away from individual-focused interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a framework for understanding the proposed "pendulum swing" in behavioral economics.
- To analyze the scope and limitations of returning to an "s-frame" (situation-based) approach.
Main Methods:
- Commentary and theoretical analysis.
- Critique of existing behavioral economics frameworks.
- Development of a conceptual model for the s-frame.
Main Results:
- The "s-frame" offers a potentially more hopeful direction for societal well-being.
- A framework is provided to evaluate the feasibility and impact of the s-frame.
- The limitations and boundaries of the s-frame's effectiveness are considered.
Conclusions:
- A shift towards the s-frame in behavioral economics may foster greater societal well-being.
- Careful consideration of the s-frame's scope and limitations is crucial for its successful implementation.
- This commentary provides a conceptual tool for navigating this paradigm shift.
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