Should I stay or should I go? The exploration-exploitation dilemma when in pain KU Leuven
Daily life operates as a chain of decisions. Typically, an individual may choose to pursue what s/he already knows (exploitation), or to search for a better option (exploration). This explore/exploit dilemma has been developed, especially when people strive for rewards. To date however, decision processes in aversive contexts — such as when experiencing pain — remain poorly understood, despite their detrimental impact on daily functioning. ...