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fuzzy-trace theory  

Definition

  • Fuzzy-trace theory explains how people remember, reason, and decide. The theory has been applied to a variety of domains in health and medical decision making, including HIV prevention, cardiovascular disease, surgical risk, genetic risk, and cancer prevention and control. [Source: Encyclopedia of Medical Decision Making; Fuzzy-Trace Theory]

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