[The neural bases of loss aversion in economic contexts: a systematic review according to the PRISMA guidelines].

CONCLUSIONS: The results consistently point to the implication of two opposing neural systems in this bias: one appetitive, involving the striatum and the frontal regions, and one aversive, involving the amygdala and the insula, which interact with each other when it comes to making a decision about different monetary bets and display a higher sensitivity towards losses. Although their functioning is not yet clear, what does seem evident is that the consistent involvement of these structures lends support to prospect theory and the limited rationality approach.
PMID: 30638254 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Revista de Neurologia - January 16, 2019 Category: Neurology Authors: Molins F, Serrano MA Tags: Rev Neurol Source Type: research