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This is the theoretical mechanism database. It comprises mechanisms that have been described in scientific theories. You can search for a mechanisms in the dropdown box below. Each mechanism comes with a definition of the concept from the literature, a definition that is adapted to the purpose of RE, scientific theories that discuss the mechanism, relevant references and examples of REs that have used the mechanism.
Framing
Definition from the literature:
A sole focus on the negative/positive elements of a topic leads to a negative/positive appreciation of that topic as a whole (Tversky and Kahneman, 1981).
RE definition:
Relevant theories
References
Tversky, A., & Kahneman, D. (1981). The Framing of Decisions and the Psychology of Choice. Science, 211(4481), 453-458. doi:doi:10.1126/science.7455683
Empirical examples
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