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Richard Petty (Ohio State University)

Richard Petty
October 23, 2016
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Lecture: Ohio Union U.S. Bank Conference Theatre; Reception: Ohio Union Ohio Staters Traditions Room

Title: How Confidence Affects Decision Making and Action

Abstract: Although some people are more confident than others, nearly everyone wants to be more confident.  But why?  What good is confidence?   Petty explains where confidence comes from and the polarizing impact that it can have on our important judgments and behaviors.
 

Richard E. Petty, Distinguished University Professor of psychology at Ohio State, an expert on the impacts of social influence on judgment and behavior.

Lecture: 3-4pm; Reception 4-5pm

The lecture is followed by a free, informal reception. For more information, visit Science Sundays.