Psychology

Mental health and decisions under risk among refugees and the public in Lebanon

K. Ruggeri, H. Jarke, et al.

This study reveals intriguing insights into how mental health influences decision-making under risk among Lebanese nationals and refugees in Lebanon. Conducted by Kai Ruggeri, Hannes Jarke, Lama El-Zein, Helen Verdeli, and Tomas Folke, the research highlights the connection between subjective well-being and risk-taking behaviors, with important implications for policy interventions targeting vulnerable populations.

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Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between mental health, decision-making under risk, and trust among Lebanese nationals, Syrian refugees, and Palestinian refugees in Lebanon. Over 700 participants completed measures assessing these factors. Higher subjective well-being was associated with more risk-taking among refugees but not Lebanese nationals. Behavioral interventions (nudges and boosts) showed moderate effects on improving advantageous choices, particularly for Lebanese participants. The findings highlight the importance of considering mental health and risk-taking in policy interventions for vulnerable populations.

Publisher

HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES COMMUNICATIONS

Published On

May 11, 2021

Authors

Kai Ruggeri, Hannes Jarke, Lama El-Zein, Helen Verdeli, Tomas Folke

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