May 15, 2012
Research from the fields of social psychology, behavioral economics, and business management suggests monetary rewards for wellness program participation are not effective in promoting long-term well-being. A new Health Enhancement Systems white paper — How Financial Incentives/Disincentives Undermine Wellness — supported by more than 20 studies, concludes:
May 15, 2012
Have you wondered what happened to pickup games, bike rides, and playing catch in the back yard? What about tag, or throwing a ball over the roof to a waiting friend (there’s a name for this game that I’ve forgotten), or building a fort in the woods? Have we filled all of our time and our children’s time with structured activities that leave little space for spontaneity?
